Creative Writing Pedagogy: The Autobiographical Narrative in Hybrid Projects as a Means to Explore Intersectionality

Abstract

My thesis addresses the role of creative writing methods in fostering close observation, attention to detail, critical thinking and a keener awareness of intersectionalities in writing classrooms across disciplines, but most especially the humanities and social sciences. I contend that the "real work" of the academy is critical thinking. Further, using creative writing, specifically autobiographical narrative in FYC, anticipates multimodal projects and digital storytelling, all of which fosters creative and critical thinking.

Date of Award	2015
Original language	American English
Awarding Institution	Eastern Illinois University
Supervisor	Daiva Markelis (Supervisor)