Storytelling for Researchers: Writing
The session explores the fundamentals of a great story - character, plot and texture. Practical exercises will be done in pairs (or trios) and you'll be guided through crafting a short piece of creative writing. These skills will then be practically applied to planning and writing a blog post for public engagement, and how to adapt to the expectations of different audiences. We'll also look at how to apply storytelling skills to academic writing. The session will enhance your creativity and confidence in written communication.
Objectives:
- Describe the components of an engaging story
- Enhance your creativity and confidence in written communication
- Craft and communicate the 'story' of your research through written form
Robert Holtom is a prize-winning writer. Their plays have been performed in London and Oxford and their first novel will be published in June. They train people in harnessing the power of story and narrative to improve how they engage and communicate with others.
**Please note, this course requires a £20 deposit which will be refunded once you have attended the course, or have cancelled your place at least 72 hours before the course start date. Please see our full Terms and Conditions for more information.