Welcome to ENG 205
This course teaches creative writing through fiction and creative nonfiction. We emphasize craft, workshop, and critical thinking about generative AI.
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This Week (Week 4 • Oct 7-9)
| Tue 10/7 | Fiction discussion: "Victory Lap" (Saunders), "Apollo" (Adichie) |
| Thu 10/9 | Continue fiction; prepare for AI Unit next week |
Course Snapshot
Meeting: Tue/Thu 12:30-1:45 PM • Boudreau Hall 235
Instructor: Morgan Talty • morgan.talty@maine.edu
Office Hours: Tue/Thu 11:00 AM-12:15 PM • Neville 313
AI Policy Snapshot
This course requires Dialectical Prompting (DP) for all AI use. DP is an A/B testing method that forces you to compare outputs, log contradictions, and make deliberate craft decisions.
Required documentation: Process Notes showing what you kept, what you rejected, and why.
Grading Overview
| Component | Weight |
|---|---|
| Workshop Participation | 30% |
| In-Class Writing & Exercises | 30% |
| Final Portfolio (Fiction + CNF) | 40% |