University of Iowa Courses

Explore the art of poetry with interactive talks from acclaimed poets and hands-on assignments. Offered by the University of Iowa, this 6-week program delves into various poetic techniques and forms.

• Canvas Network
• 6 weeks
• Finished
• Free Online Course

How Writers Write Fiction

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Explore fiction writing techniques with renowned authors through video lectures, writing assignments, and community feedback. Engage in live discussions and receive in-depth analysis of weekly themes.

• NovoEd
• 6 weeks
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Explore writing about identities, communities, and social issues in fiction and nonfiction. Develop your creative voice and tackle important themes in this inclusive, free course.

• NovoEd
• 6 weeks
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Power of the Pen: Identities and Social Issues in Poetry and Plays

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Explore identity, community, and social issues through poetry and playwriting, fostering creative exchange with global writers. No experience needed.

• NovoEd
• 6 weeks
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Every Atom: Walt Whitman’s Song of Myself

Every Atom: Walt Whitman’s Song of Myself will take a collective approach to a close reading of America’s democratic verse epic, first published without a title in the 1855 edition of Leaves of Grass and later titled Song of Myself in the 1881 edition.

• Independent
• 6 weeks
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Whitman’s Civil War: Writing and Imaging Loss, Death, and Disaster

Explore Walt Whitman's Civil War writings, examining themes of loss, death, and disaster. Discover how writing and imagery can be used to process war, conflict, and trauma across time.

• NovoEd
• Finished
• Free Online Course