OntarioLearn Course Details Start at 01/13/2026
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Course Details
| Course Title |
Essentials of Writing Fiction |
| Conestoga Course Code |
OLRN1090 |
| Host College |
Algonquin College |
| OntarioLearn Course Code |
AL-ENL0012 |
| Start Date |
01/13/2026 |
| End Date |
04/21/2026 |
| Course Fee |
$403.25 |
| Hours |
45 |
| Pre-requisites |
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| Course Description |
Core elements needed for creative writing are covered. Students gain an understanding of the process of creative writing including theme, setting, plotting, characterization and the use of dialogue, enabling them to successfully discover their writer's voice and build confidence in their writing abilities. |
| Midterm Exam Format |
Not Specified |
| Final Exam Format |
No exam requirement |
| Other Evaluation Details |
Quizzes 40%, Assignments 60% |
| Minimum Passing Mark |
50 |
| Mandatory Chats |
No |
| Mandatory Group Work |
No |
| Other Details |
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| Platform |
d2l/brightspace |
| Computer Software Requirements |
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| Additional |
We suggest you do not purchase your textbook until approximately two weeks prior to the course start date as textbooks may change. |
| Textbook Information |
Purchase textbook from www.textnet.ca. No substitutions unless otherwise stated. |
Textbooks
| Textbook Title |
The College Handbook of Creative Writing |
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| Author |
Robert DeMaria |
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| Publisher |
Harcourt Brace |
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| Edition |
4th |
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| ISBN |
9780840030795 |
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