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CRWRF39A - INTRODUCTION TO SHORT FICTION WRITING

Course Description

Explicit instruction and practice in reading short fiction and writing in a variety of short fiction styles and forms. Emphasis on an integrated reading and writing process in which students study the characteristics of the genre and its history, and examine published short fiction representing diverse cultures and literary traditions, in order to compose original works of fiction informed by the history of the genre and the elements of craft found in published works. Focus on critical analysis and feedback on original works written by peers, and developing a writing process to generate, revise, and edit works of short fiction. Assignments include reading, analyzing, and responding to published works and student work, as well as writing original work. Analysis of public readings and/or interviews with authors of short fiction. *** Demonstrated proficiency in English by placement via multiple measures OR through an equivalent placement process OR completion of ESLL 125 & ESLL 249. Prerequisites : ESLLF249. , ENGLF104B , ESLLF025. , EWRTD001A , ENGLF001A , ENGLF108. , ENGLF110. , ENGLF104A , ENGLD001A , ESLLF026. , ESLLF125.

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Tuition & Fees

Tuition and mandatory fees only. Financial aid may apply. Please contact your local Financial Aid Office for details.

Location

Online

Units

5.0 quarter units

Course Sections

Winter 2026 - Quarter

Jan 5 to Mar 27
crn: 33183
Format:
Time: 05 Jan 2026 - 27 Mar 2026 M-W 1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Professor(s): Samuel White
Live Seat Count: Unavailable - (5 months ago)
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Summer 2026 - Quarter

Jun 29 to Aug 7
crn: 10998
Format:
Time: 29 Jun 2026 - 07 Aug 2026 Tu 10:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Professor(s): Kimberly Escamilla
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (22 days ago)
Section notes:
FOOTNOTE: This hybrid class is fully online, with regularly scheduled synchronous virtual class meetings with the instructor (e.g., Zoom) on specific days and times, as noted in the class schedule, and online asynchronous activities with weekly requirements and due dates outlined by the course instructor. After registering, find out how to log in to the course site. https://foothill.edu/onlinelearning/students/canvas-login-instructions-students.html
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