ENGL 2128: Introduction to Fiction Writing
University of North Carolina, Charlotte
Introduces students to fundamental concepts in reading, writing, and critiquing fiction. Students read and discuss a range of contemporary fiction and study aspects of fictional craft and genre; they also write original fiction and bring it to a workshop for group critique. Section information text: An introduction to the craft of writing short fiction, including characterization, dialogue, POV, plot, setting, time, and revision. By evaluating published works, students learn to “read like writers” and determine what makes the best fiction tick. In-class exercises and graded assignments provide opportunities to try out techniques, while the workshop experience gives students supportive feedback on their stories and creates a sense of community.
Average GPA: 3.46
Grade distribution records: 994 students across 26 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A | 612 | 61.6% |
| B | 219 | 22.0% |
| C | 60 | 6.0% |
| D | 11 | 1.1% |
| F | 32 | 3.2% |
| W | 46 | 4.6% |
Based on 994 student grade records across 26 terms and 10 professors.
Instructors
- Paula Martinac 476 students, Average GPA 3.21
- Aaron Gwyn 146 students, Average GPA 3.78
- Mishael Lazzara 97 students, Average GPA 3.82
- Angelina Brooks 69 students, Average GPA 3.71
- Elizabeth Gargano 49 students, Average GPA 3.29
- Bryn Chancellor 48 students, Average GPA 3.32
- Kristina Duemmler 39 students, Average GPA 3.90
- Grace Vieira 35 students, Average GPA 3.57
- Malcolm Campbell 23 students, Average GPA 3.82
- Allison Hutchcraft 12 students, Average GPA 3.75