Personal Recounts Course

The Personal Recounts Course is designed to help students develop strong writing skills and effectively convey their personal experiences through the art of recounting. This course will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the recount genre, its structure, and techniques. Through engaging lessons, practical examples, and interactive activities, students will learn how to craft compelling personal recounts that captivate readers and evoke emotions. By the end of this course, students will have gained the necessary skills and confidence to express their thoughts and experiences with clarity, coherence, and creativity.

Learning Outcomes: By the end of the Personal Recounts Course, students will:

1. Understand the concept and purpose of personal recounts as a genre of writing.
2. Identify the key elements and structure of a well-written personal recount.
3. Analyze and evaluate effective personal recounts from various authors.
4. Develop strategies for generating ideas and selecting appropriate personal experiences for recounting.
5. Master techniques for engaging readers through vivid descriptions, dialogue, and sensory details.
6. Organise their thoughts and experiences in a coherent and logical manner.
7. Employ appropriate vocabulary, sentence structures, and language conventions to enhance their writing.
8. Revise and edit their personal recounts for clarity, conciseness, and effectiveness.
9. Provide constructive feedback to peers on their recount writing.
10. Apply critical thinking skills to reflect on their own experiences and extract meaningful insights from them.

Through this course, students will not only become proficient in the art of writing personal recounts but also develop valuable communication skills that can be applied to various aspects of their personal and professional lives. Whether they aspire to be writers, storytellers, or simply wish to enhance their writing abilities, this course will provide a solid foundation for expressing their unique experiences in a captivating and compelling manner.