What is Writer U?
Since May 2005 we've offered monthly classes on various topics, all
related to writing for publication. Most of the enrollment has come
from word-of-mouth, with people who've taken a class telling their
friends about WriterU.
How are the classes held?
Each month-long class is conducted by email on a private list, for
which you’re subscribed at the beginning of the month and unsubscribed
at the end. (Of course, you get a few extra days at the end so you can
review or save the materials!)
Is there any real-time “live” interaction?
No, it's all done via email -- so you can read and respond to the posts
whenever you have some free time.
Are there lectures? Q&A sessions? Homework?
The instructor posts two or three lectures a week, and some of them
include homework (although homework is always optional). People can
ask questions throughout the month, and the instructor will either
reply as soon as they can, during a designated "answer" day
or wait to reply during a lecture which addresses the
subject in question.
Does the instructor give feedback?
Usually the instructor will comment on homework posted to the loop.
Whenever you see an assignment, you can either do the homework and send
your answer to the loop OR do it on your own and not show anyone OR
skip the whole thing. Nobody will send the homework police after you!
How do I sign up?
Click on any registration icon on the Home Page or on a Course Description Page.
You can enroll for one class at a time or multiple classes under the same
registration form.
Do I need to belong to any group to take WriterU classes?
No, they’re open to everyone. All you need is access to yahoogroups,
and that’s easy to set up -- just let us know if you need instructions.
How can I get more information?
Just email Writer_U@yahoo.com and you’ll
hear back shortly!