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ARA313Arts3 Unitsintermediate

Arabic Creative Writing Composition

This course introduces students to Arabic creative writing and composition. It explores various genres including poetry, fiction (novels, short stories), memoirs, biographies, diaries, and personal essays. The course also covers essential techniques such as character and plot development, theme, point of view, and vivid setting. Students will learn to express themselves creatively in Arabic, developing skills in both functional and imaginative writing.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
ArabicCreative WritingCompositionGenresTechniques

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Creative Writing

2

Arabic Literature

3

Poetry

4

Fiction

5

Literary Techniques

6

Composition

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Writer

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Editor

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Journalist

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Content Creator

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Translator

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

PublishingJournalismEducationMediaTranslation

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 1: The Concept of Creative Writing

2 study hours
  • •Read the unit introduction and objectives.
  • •Study the definition and purpose of creative writing.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 2: Creative Writing: How Is It Different from other Writings?

2 study hours
  • •Compare and contrast creative writing with academic and technical writing.
  • •Analyze examples of creative writing.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 3: Forms of Writing, Information and Creativity

2 study hours
  • •Identify different forms of writing.
  • •Examine the role of information and creativity in writing.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
4

Module 2: Genres of Arabic Creative Writing

2h

Unit 1: Poetry

2 study hours
  • •Study the characteristics of Arabic poetry.
  • •Analyze examples of classical and modern Arabic poems.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
5

Module 2: Genres of Arabic Creative Writing

2h

Unit 2: Fiction (Novels, Novellas, and Short Stories)

2 study hours
  • •Explore the different forms of fiction.
  • •Trace the origin of the Arabic novel and short story.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
6

Module 2: Genres of Arabic Creative Writing

2h

Unit 3: Memoirs, Biographies, Diaries and Personal Essays

2 study hours
  • •Define memoirs, biographies, diaries, and personal essays.
  • •Identify the differences between these genres.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
7

Module 3: Techniques in Arabic Creative Writing

2h

Unit 1: Character and Plot Development

2 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning of character and plot.
  • •Learn how to develop characters and plots in creative writing.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
8

Module 3: Techniques in Arabic Creative Writing

2h

Unit 2: Underlying Theme and Point of View

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concepts of theme and point of view.
  • •Discuss the different types of viewpoints.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
9

Module 3: Techniques in Arabic Creative Writing

2h

Unit 3: Vivid Setting

2 study hours
  • •Define 'setting' in creative writing.
  • •Examine the techniques used to create a vivid setting.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
10

Module 4: Other Techniques in Arabic Creative Writing

2h

Unit 1: Anecdote

2 study hours
  • •Define the concept of anecdote.
  • •Identify different types of anecdotes.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
11

Module 4: Other Techniques in Arabic Creative Writing

2h

Unit 2: Figures of Speech

2 study hours
  • •Understand what figures of speech are.
  • •Identify commonly used figures of speech.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
12

Module 4: Other Techniques in Arabic Creative Writing

4h

Unit 3: Metaphor and Simile

2 study hours
  • •Define metaphors and similes.
  • •Apply metaphors and similes in writing.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.

Unit 4: Imaginative Language

2 study hours
  • •Understand the characteristics of imaginative language.
  • •Learn how to use imaginative language effectively.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.
Week
13

Module 4: Other Techniques in Arabic Creative Writing

2h

Unit 5: Emotional Appeal

2 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning and purpose of emotional appeal.
  • •Recognize manipulative techniques in emotional appeals.
  • •Complete the tutor-marked assignment.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all tutor-marked assignments and feedback.

2

Create a glossary of key terms and concepts from each module.

3

Practice writing short creative pieces in different genres.

4

Focus on understanding the application of literary techniques.

5

Allocate time to revise grammar and vocabulary.

6

Study examples of well-written Arabic prose and poetry.

7

Create flashcards for figures of speech and their definitions.

8

Practice analyzing texts for themes and points of view.

9

Review model answers for previous exam questions.

10

Join online study groups to discuss challenging concepts.

11

Prioritize studying the modules with the highest weightage in the final exam.

12

Get enough sleep and manage stress during the exam period.

13

Answer all questions to the best of your ability, even if unsure.

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