Bicol University

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Daraga, Albay

COURSE SYLLABUS
For
ENG ED. 16: Creative Writing
1st Semester, SY 2014-2015

I. COURSE TITLE: Creative Writing

II. COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course aims to provide a study of the forms of discourse stressing their
essential features and characteristics, with a view of developing in the students the
ability to write narrative, descriptive, expository, and argumentative compositions using
representative reading selections as models.

III. TIME DURATION: 54 hours

IV. CREDIT UNITS: 3 units
V. PLACEMENT: BSED 4th year
VI. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
A. General Objectives
Guided by the VMGO of the University and of the College, the BSED student is
expected to be a global teacher who:

1. applies theories, concepts and skills in creative writing to include

biographical sketches, fiction, creative non-fiction and poetry
2. possesses a repertoire of various literary forms used in prose and poetry
through various writing activities
3. develops and apply the different rhetorical devices and skills by writing
original literary compositions
4. thinks critically about what they write, whom they write, and how they
write, and the language they are using
5. shares and learns from diversified point of views arising from the literary
genres they have written
6. integrates concepts and values on education for sustainable development
(ESD)
B. Specific Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the BSED student is expected to be a global teacher
who:
1. relates the general objectives of the course to the realization of the vision,
mission, goal, and objectives of teacher education program;
2. Write short witty verses using the prescribed verse form/pattern
3. uses specific literary devices in a creative work
4. appreciates simple occurrences around us and its relative implications through
individually composed poems
5. composes verses out of individual letters
6. highlights the meaning of a chosen theme using the letters comprising it
7. discovers how single words can make a powerful statement through a creative
work
8. integrates the characteristics of a letter in composing a literary work
9. comes up with a poetic-letter addressed to a particular person
10. appreciates the emotional and aesthetic values of a letter written in a poetic way
11. defines what anaphora is
12. identifies the uses of anaphora in a creative work
13. demonstrates anaphora as an effective literary technique by using it in writing
one’s poetic piece
14. describes what a metaphor is along with its characteristics
15. compares and contrasts it with simile as a rhetorical device
16. writes a poem describing one’s self using metaphor
17. defines and illustrates what “Unacknowledgment” means
17. recalls and shares one’s personal experiences of “unspoken” moments
18. expresses their innermost thoughts about those moments through a literary
composition
19. looks back and identifies the authors of well-renowned classical works
20. finds out what makes them noteworthy literary icons
21. writes an ode dedicated to them emphasizing their timeless legacy among
contemporary writers
22. unravels and marvels at the beautiful things that nature brings
23. reminisces one’s moments of solitude with nature
24. composes a poem expressing one’s personal appreciation of nature
25. names existing poems that are intended for children
26. describes and analyzes the characteristics of such poems
27. writes a children’s poem with an insight about the world around them
28. explains one’s personal definition of brotherhood
29. cites relevant situations where brotherhood amongst men is tested
30. writes an expository/argumentative essay emphasizing the value of brotherhood
based on the recently concluded hostage taking crisis
31. cites examples of “simple things” in life

32. relates the concept of “contentment” to these simple things

33. invites people to value these simple things as a means towards achieving
contentment in life through a narrative, descriptive, and persuasive prose
composition
34. characterizes stories written for children in terms of theme, structure, purpose,
etc.
35. differentiates children’s stories from those written for adults
 36. writes a story that could be read and appreciated by children of all ages
37. defines what a play is and cites some famous playwrights known for it
38. distinguishes plays from other forms of literature
39. makes a play production revolving around a chosen theme
40. understands that language not only expresses our thoughts and perceptions but
also influences our perception of reality
41. discusses ESD concepts and values along the four areas; society, economy,
environment, and culture
42. practices the competencies on education for sustainable development effectively

VII. COURSE CONTENT: Hours

Overview of the course and BUCE VMGO 1
What is Creative Writing? A Course Introduction Lecture 2
Lesson 1: Gnomic Verses 3
Lesson 2: Mesostic Poetry 3
Lesson 3: Epistolary Poetry 3
Lesson 4: Anaphora 3
Lesson 5: I am A Metaphor 3
Lesson 6: Unacknowledgment 3
Lesson 7: Revisit to the Classics 3
Lesson 8: A Poem for My Alma Mater 3
Lesson 9: Communion with Nature 3
Lesson 10: Poetry for Children 3
Lesson 11: In the Name of Brotherhood 3
Lesson 12: Simple Things 4
Lesson 13: Story for Children of All Ages 3
Lesson 14: The Playwright’s Stage 5
Lesson 15: Creative Writing: A Medium for Cultural Preservation 2

VIII. METHODOLOGY/TEACHING STRATEGIES:

Constructivist Approach
Integrative Strategies
Thematic Approach
Guided Writing
Scaffolding and Brainstorming
Think, Pair, and Share

IX. ACTIVITIES:
Individual, paired, and group writing tasks Recitation
Writing Drills/Exercises Online blogspots
Culminating activity (through a stage play presentation of originally written stories)
Integration of ESD concepts through:
a. Written Infographics
 b. Creative Works

XI. COURSE REQUIREMENTS/ RESEARCH WORK/ ASSIGNED REPORT OR

PROJECT:
Individual/paired/group written outputs Hard-bound compilation of written works
“Libretto” of best chosen works (to be published)

XI. AUDIO-VISUAL/INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:

Chalkboard/whiteboard
Selected prescribed textbooks
Netbook and other related devices
DLP Projector

XII. SYSTEM OF COMPUTING GRADES:

Mid-Term/Final Exam* - - - 40%
Project* - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30%
Class Participation - - - - - 30%
100%
Final Rating = 1/3 (Midterm Grade) + 2/3 (Tentative Grade)
*The Midterm, Finals, and Project in this course have been adjusted since it is more on
writing workshops and not on pen-and-paper type of tests unlike other lecture courses.
This is because it primarily focuses on the ability of the students to “write” using
prescribed models and rhetorical devices.

XIII. BIBLIOGRAPHY:

Collections

“Pages of Our Lives” (A compilation of various literary works) “Mumbles and

Whispers of Dreamers” (A Compilation of various literary works)

“A Tinge of Green” (Libretto of the best-selected literary works)

Books

SEAMEO INNOTECH Regional Education Program (SIREP) Integrating

Education for Sustainable Development Philippines. (2010)

Lavid, L.A. (2008). On Creative Writing (e-Book). Retrieved from

http://manybooks.net/titles/lavidlother08on_creative_writing.html

Morley, David. The Cambridge Introduction to Creative Writing (e-Book). New

York: Cambridge Printing Press Morley
 Birch, Cathy. (2009). The Creative Writer’s Workbook. (4th Ed. e-Book). United
Kingdom: How to Content

On-line Sources

Daily Writing Tips. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.dailywritingtips.com

Where the Writers Go to Write. (n.d.). Retrieved from

http://www.writing.com

Prepared by:

Aries S. Perez
Instructor I, BUCE

Recommending Approval:

Maria Eden A. Ante Ph. D.

BSED Department Chairman

Approved:

EPIFANIA B NUÑEZ, Ph. D.

Dean, BUCE