By the end of this course, you will be able to apply 10 practical techniques to strengthen your writing, write with greater clarity and confidence, and edit your work with purpose. In How To Improve Your Writing In 10 Simple Steps, taught by author and poet Tasmin Hansmann, you’ll explore approachable, real-world strategies to elevate your writing—whether you’re just starting out or feeling stuck in a creative rut.
Across three focused parts, Tasmin breaks down essential skills like staying creative, improving eloquence, stepping outside your comfort zone, and mastering concepts like “Show, Don’t Tell” and “Kill Your Darlings.” What makes this course unique is its balance of honest encouragement and actionable advice—designed to help you immediately put each lesson into practice.
This course is ideal for aspiring writers, creatives, and experienced authors looking to reconnect with their voice. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to write, reflect, and experiment. By the end, you’ll feel more confident, inspired, and equipped to grow into the writer you want to become.
This module introduces the course and sets the foundation for improving your writing. You’ll define your starting point by identifying weak spots and exploring how exposure to strong writing influences your own work. By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of where to focus your efforts and how to begin improving with intention.
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4个视频1篇阅读材料1个作业
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4个视频•总计10分钟
Introduction•2分钟
Class Project•1分钟
Lesson 1: Weak Spots•4分钟
Lesson 2: Immerse yourself•3分钟
1篇阅读材料•总计10分钟
Project Instructions•10分钟
1个作业•总计30分钟
Module 1 Quiz•30分钟
Recognizing Patterns and Practicing Improvement
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In this module, you’ll focus on recognizing patterns in writing and using that awareness to make meaningful improvements. Through guided exercises and lessons, you’ll refine your use of language, strengthen your grammar, and learn how to balance showing and telling for more engaging writing.
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4个视频1个作业1个讨论话题
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4个视频•总计18分钟
Lesson 3: Patterns•5分钟
First Exercise•4分钟
Lesson 4: Words and Grammar•5分钟
Lesson 5: Show AND Tell•4分钟
1个作业•总计30分钟
Module 2 Quiz•30分钟
1个讨论话题•总计10分钟
New Discussion Prompt•10分钟
Editing and Strengthening Your Writing
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This module dives into the editing process, helping you sharpen your writing by knowing what to cut and what to build upon. You’ll practice reducing clutter, enhancing key ideas, and making your writing more concise and impactful. By the end, you’ll be able to critically assess and refine your work with confidence.
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3个视频1个作业1个讨论话题
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3个视频•总计14分钟
Lesson 6: Reduce, delete, kill•7分钟
Lesson 7: Build up•3分钟
Second Exercise•4分钟
1个作业•总计30分钟
Module 3 Quiz•30分钟
1个讨论话题•总计10分钟
New Discussion Prompt•10分钟
Building Habits and Sustaining Creativity
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In the final module, you’ll focus on maintaining progress and building a sustainable writing practice. You’ll explore how habits, creativity, and mindset all contribute to stronger writing over time. This module encourages you to take ownership of your growth and continue developing your skills beyond the course.
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