Module 2: Exploring Narrative: Fiction and Personal Voice
This module delves into the complex realm of storytelling, examining both fictional narratives and personal voice. It breaks down the essential elements of narrative structure including plot, character, setting, theme, and point of view, illustrating their interconnectedness in crafting compelling stories. Additionally, it provides practical techniques for students to develop their own narratives, encouraging introspection and creative expression through personal experiences.
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Sections
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What we have learnt
- Effective narratives are built on a combination of key elements such as plot and character, which together create engaging stories.
- Different narrative techniques, such as the use of point of view, significantly affect how a story is perceived and understood by the reader.
- Students are empowered to express their unique voices in writing through structured techniques and reflective practices.
Key Concepts
- -- Plot
- The sequence of events in a story, including stages like exposition, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
- -- Characterization
- The process by which an author reveals the personality of a character through direct and indirect methods.
- -- Setting
- The time and place in which a story unfolds, contributing to its mood and influencing characters' actions.
- -- Theme
- The underlying message or central idea explored in a story, often reflecting universal concepts about human nature.
- -- Point of View
- The perspective from which a story is narrated, influencing how events are perceived and understood by the reader.
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