Introduction to Nature and Environmental Writing Online Short Course

The Introduction to Nature and Environmental Writing Online Short Course examines how writing can inspire us to think about the natural world and our relationship to it.Through a series of practical exercises and discussions, students develop an understanding of nature writing as a genre and learn techniques to support their writing process.

Topics Covered

• Creative writing skills: fundamental techniques and concepts relevant to nature writing
• Discussion of published examples of environmental literature, nature writing and creative non-fiction
• Workshopping and critical discussion of pieces of writing
• Outlets for publishing environmental and nature writing
• How to position yourself with respect to nature writing and the environment in general