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Mystery Woman In Mist Silhouette

Whether a cozy mystery with an amateur sleuth, a psychological suspense story with a serial killer, or a high-tech cat and mouse thriller with a genius FBI Cyber Agent, tension is the secret sauce that keeps readers engaged. Through discussion based on readings, viewings, and writing assignments, we will explore techniques authors use to build tension in the gripping, blood-chilling, page-turning genres of Mysteries and Thrillers.

Topics

  • Explore classic and contemporary mysteries and thrillers
  • Approaches to generating and maintaining tension and suspense through a story
  • Evaluate what distinguishes unique sub-genres such as noir and techno-thrillers

Note: This course deals with mature content including conflict, violence, and criminal activity. Please do not take this course if such content would be upsetting to you.

Course Outline

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Recommendations

Come prepared to share your writing, opinions and perspectives with the class.

All that is required is a little creativity and curiosity.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Type
Online
Dates
Sep 16, 2024 to Oct 25, 2024
Schedule
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Total Hours
18.0
Format
Online: with real-time learning  
Fee
Course Fee $285.00
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

You can expect to spend approximately four hours of work per week on course requirements.

Real-time Learning

There are six live Zoom sessions scheduled for this course.

September 17 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm ET
September 24 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm ET
October 1 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm ET
October 8 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm ET
October 15 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm ET
October 22 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.
Required