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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study, Virtual Classroom | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
edX is a platform for providing education to learners worldwide, improving online teaching, and enhancing learning through research. How to Write a Novel: Edit & Revise course is being offered by edX in collaboration with the University of British Columbia. This course aims to teach the learners the techniques of revision and paying attention to details to build a good story. Through this course, the participants will undergo a rigorous revision and self-editing process and the different stages of manuscript development. They will develop the requisite skills to polish their novel and position themselves better in today's competitive publishing marketplace. They will understand the editorial process from scratch.
By analyzing the three journeys every novel undertakes (internal, external, aesthetic) and the choices associated with prose style, learners will sharpen their critical skills and build a rewriting plan designed to meet the needs of their projects. Participants will develop an independent writing practice and connect with a community of individuals familiar with the issues of novel writing. Candidates will find two tracks to finish off the course hence if the candidates choose the Audit track, they will only be able to access the course for a specified period. Whereas in the case of Verified track selection, they will be receiving access for an unlimited period.
The Highlights
- Online learning mode
- 6 weeks course duration
- 4-8 hours per week
- Video transcripts
- Course instructors from the University of British Columbia
- Intermediate course level
- Instructor-led course
Programme Offerings
- Video transcripts
- Homework assignments
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability |
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| no |
Candidates have to pay an amount of Rs. 24,537 /- for the How to Write a Novel: Edit & Revise course by edX
How to Write a Novel: Edit & Revise Fees Structure
Particulars | Amount |
Course fees | Rs. 24,537 /- |
What you will learn
Through the How to Write a Novel: Edit & Revise course by edX participants can develop an understanding of the following:
- Participants will be able to deal with the revision process from macro to micro.
- Common Troubleshooting problems will be dealt with effectively by the participants.
- They will understand how to create an efficient revision plan.
- They will learn how to choose their trusted readers.
- Working and implementing the feedback will be done successfully by the participants.
- They will acknowledge the vital steps of the editorial process.
- Participants will be well-prepared for their submissions to agents and editors
- They will understand the elements that the editors and agents look for in submitted work.
- Participants will have developed their own rewriting process.
Who it is for
How to Write a Novel: Edit & Revise course by edX can be pursued by the following candidates:
- Students who have completed a rough draft of a novel or novella.
- Professional and aspiring writers have completed or almost completed a draft of their novel and especially the candidates who have pursued How to Write a Novel: Writing the Draft and How to Write a Novel: Structure & Outline.
Application Details
Apply for the How to Write a Novel: Edit & Revise course by edX by following the given steps:
Step 1: Access the course website through the given link https://www.edx.org/course/how-to-write-a-novel-edit-revise
Step 2: Click on the enroll option made available on the website.
Step 3: Create an account or sign in with edX to continue.
Step 4: After creating an account, candidates have to pay the course fees in order to get access to the course content.
The Syllabus
- The substantive edit
- The copy edit
- The line edit
- The three journeys of your novel.
- Common problems and how to solve them.
- Rewriting for character and voice.
- Methods of rewriting.
- Dialogue and narrative voice.
- Dealing with a daunting rewrite.
- Revising for the cliche.
- Revising for prose style
- Exploring prose style options.
- Rewriting for the theme.
- Writing programs: to MFA or not to MFA.
- Mentorship.
- Assessing and incorporating feedback.
- Writing conferences.
- How to choose trusted readers.
- When to get feedback
- The value of writing groups.
- Researching the market.
- Crafting a query letter.
- Rejection and success.
- Creating a synopsis.
- What agents look for in a manuscript.
- Understanding when your work is ready to send out.
- The value of literary agents.
- The writer/editor relationship.
- Indie publishing.
Instructors
The University of British Columbia, Vancouver Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
This course will be instructed by Nancy Lee and Annabel Lyon, Assistant Professors of Creative Writing at the University of British Columbia.
Yes, the sample course material has been given below the course description for the candidate’s convenience.
The course videos shall provide transcripts in the English language only.
No, completion of previous courses is not necessary to pursue this course. Candidates should have a rough draft of a novel.
No, it is an entirely new course, structured by instructors for undergraduate, graduate university students and members of the society.
How to Write a Novel: Structure and Outline and How to Write a Novel: Writing the Draft are the other courses in this series.
The course duration is six weeks requiring four to eight hours of learning per week.
No, course certification is not available for this course