Malcolm Gladwell Teaches Writing
About Course
Want to learn how to write captivating stories from the best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell? This **free** MasterClass on writing will teach you everything you need to know about researching topics, crafting compelling characters, and distilling complex ideas into simple, powerful narratives.
Malcolm Gladwell, the author of bestsellers like *Blink* and *The Tipping Point*, shares his insights on writing in this comprehensive course. Learn how to:
- Research and develop compelling story ideas
- Create memorable characters
- Craft narratives that engage your readers
- Master the art of storytelling
This free course is available on Theetay, a website offering a wide variety of free online courses from platforms like Udemy, Udacity, Coursera, MasterClass, NearPeer, and more. Start learning today and unlock your storytelling potential!
Course Content
Malcolm Gladwell Teaches Writing
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A Message from the Professor
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Introduction
02:41 -
Structuring Narrative – The Imperfect Puzzle
18:15 -
Holding Readers – Tools for Engagement
13:40 -
Holding Readers – Controlling Information
13:23 -
Research
14:31 -
Selecting the Story
12:34 -
Developing the Story
12:37 -
Developing the Story – Analogous Worlds
00:00 -
Interviewing
15:27 -
Characters – Descriptions
09:48 -
Characters – World Building
10:09 -
Character Case Study – ‘The Pitchman’
15:11 -
Structuring Language
09:55 -
Jargon
10:02 -
Tone and Voice
00:00 -
Humor and Melancholy
09:43 -
Case Study – Language and Emotion in ‘Something Borrowed’
15:07 -
Titles
08:28 -
Drafts and Revisions
20:18 -
When Your Story Enters the World
07:23 -
Working as a Writer
00:00 -
How to Read
12:16 -
Who to Read
13:30 -
Conclusion – A Theory of Other Minds
07:52
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