Write in micro size 04 | SLC S21W04

joslud - 5 days ago

Hello everyone, Microwriters

Welcome to the fourth week of our microfiction writing workshop.
Write in micro size

I WRITE IN DIFFERENT GENRES.
#microwrite04

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4 tasks | 2 posts | Comment assertively, leave suggestions and identify the genre of your classmates' stories.
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Objective: Adopt the structure of a micro-story to different literary genres.

Create a character profile.
Explore your flexibility and versatility in micro storytelling.

Access the theory lessons: -- I explore literary genres in micro-stories

Previous steps: Identify the following elements:

Most comfortable genre: The genre or style in which you feel most confident and comfortable writing.
A genre that attracts you but that you haven't practiced much.
Your least favorite genre.
Check in the comments what character or activity the teachers suggest to you.
Study the evaluation rubrics, there we outline what we want from you and your narrative.

PUBLICATION 1: Task 1 + Task 2

Task 1: Synopsis of the main character. (Find the assigned character in the comments)

Study theoretical lesson 2.
Investigate how to create a character.
From the following list, create a synopsis of the character that was assigned to you in the comments by the teachers. (Remember, concise and direct) See example

Aspects	Consider the following:
1. Biography	•How has his/her life been so far? •Cultural context •Key Background
2. Psychological Profile	•Tastes •Dislikes •Personality, character. the dark side of him/her.
3. Appearance	•Physical attributes •Age •Others that you consider important
4. His/her search / Motivation	•What do his/her want? •What need does he have? •What is his/her urgently need to do?
5. Associated characters	•Friends, family, pets. •Enemies. Real or imaginary

Save this synopsis to submit with assignment 2.

Task 2: The most comfortable gender

Determine the narrative genre that is most comfortable, familiar, or comes naturally to you.
Research the characteristics of that particular genre. Briefly explain your choice.
Be sure to specify the name of the literary genre you chose for this assignment.
Create a micro-story of no more than 150 words within that genre, using the character from task 1 as the protagonist.
Use as the protagonist the character you described in task 1.
Use a title that captures the essence of the story.
Get inspired: look at the examples provided.
Use only one image for the cover.
Post on your blog or in a community, both in your native language and in English.
Surprise us with your reflection: short and concise, focused on what you learned, what was easy, what was difficult.
Post Title: My Character in Synopsis
Tag @joslud and @solperez .
Use the hashtags: #microwrite04 #story #learnwithsteem #shortstory #creativewriting #steemexclusive #country
Invite friends to comment on the story and give their opinion on the story.

PUBLICATION 2: Task 3 + Task 4

Task 3: The genre that attracts you, but you haven't practiced much

Determine the genre you will use for this task.
Be sure to specify the name of the literary genre you chose for this assignment.
Research the characteristics of that particular genre. Briefly explain your choice.
Create a micro-story of no more than 150 words within that genre, using the character from task 1 as the protagonist.
Use as the protagonist the character you described in task 1.
Use a title that captures the essence of the story.
Surprise us with your reflection: short and concise, focused on what you learned, what was easy, what was difficult.
Save this story to submit with task 4.

Task 4. The least favorite gender.

Determine the genre you will use for this task.
Be sure to specify the name of the literary genre you chose for this assignment.
Research the characteristics of that particular genre. Briefly explain your choice.
Create a micro-story of no more than 150 words within that genre, using the character from task 1 as the protagonist.
Use as the protagonist the character you described in task 1.
Use a title that captures the essence of the story.
Use only one image for the cover.
Surprise us with your reflection: short and concise, focused on what you learned, what was easy, what was difficult.
Post on your blog or in a community, both in your native language and in English.
Post title: I write in different genres.
Tag @joslud and @solperez .
Use the hashtags: #microwrite04 #story #learnwithsteem #shortstory #creativewriting #steemexclusive #country
Invite friends to comment on the story and give their opinion on the story.
Comment on at least 4 posts in a respectful and assertive manner, leaving suggestions and identifying the genre of your classmates' stories. Ask questions?

Remember: we've reached the halfway point of the challenge, we're starting to explore the boundaries of micro fiction.

Evaluation rubrics: Total 10 points. Task 1: 2 points Tasks 2,3 & 4: 6 points. Comment: 2 pt.

Task 1. Checklist

Legend: TOTAL task 1: 2 pts

Definitely (0.2 pt) --- Pretty close (0.1 to 0.19 pts) --- Improvement. (0.001 to 0.09pts)

CONCISENESS: 0,6 pts

•a. Every aspect of the synopsis is present. (0.2 pts )
•b. Every aspect of the synopsis displays concise, direct language and is to the point. (0.2 pts )
•c. Excellent spelling and grammar throughout the text. (0.2 pts )

THE CHARACTER 0.8 pts

•e. The character is described in full, we get a clear image of him. (0.2 pts )
•f. We easily understand his previous history and how it influences him now. (0.2 pts )
•g. We clearly understand your aspirations, what motivates you, what you seek in life. (0.2 pts )
•h. We understand their ways of relating to others: friends and enemies, if they have any. (0.2 pts )

REFLECTION 0.6 pts

i. Goes beyond what is requested, including an analysis of your creative process. (0.2 pts )
j. It is acknowledged that he carefully researched and prepared the character (0.2 pts )
k. Reflections, short, concise, forceful. (0.2 pts )

Checklist for tasks 2, 3 & 4 will be the same

LEGEND: TASKS 2, 3 AND 4: 2 PTS EACH

•Definitely (0.2 pts ) --- Very close (0.1 to 0.19 pts ) --- Can be improved. (0.001 to 0.09 pts)

CONCISENESS: 0.8 PTS

•a. The micro-story complies with the established word limit. It includes the title. (0.2 pts )
•b. Short title (less than 7 words) (0.2 pts )
•c. The entire story is concise and direct, adapting to the chosen genre (0.2 pts)
•d. Excellent spelling and grammar throughout the text. (0.2 pts )

STORY AND GENRE 0.8 pts

•e. Create an atmosphere that is consistent with the genre, using appropriate language and details. (0.2 pts )
•f. The characteristic elements of the chosen genre are easily recognized . (0.2 pts )
•g. Leave questions unanswered so the reader can continue to reflect on the story. (0.2 pts )
•h. Uses rhetorical figures, metaphors and similes that contribute to the story. (0.2 pts )
•i. It conveys the emotions usually associated with each genre globally or at the end. (0.2 pts )

CREATIVITY: 1 pts

•j. The title draws attention and makes you want to know more. (0.2 pts )
•k. Find a unique perspective on the chosen genre. (0.2 pts )
•l. Propose new things, get out of your comfort zone. (0.2 pts )
•m. It offers a shocking, unexpected ending or an original perspective. It leaves a lasting impression ( 0.2 pts )

REFLECTION 0.4 pts

•n. Goes beyond what is requested, including an analysis of your creative process. (0.2 pts )
•o. Concise and direct reflections focused on the learning achieved. (0.2 pts )

COMMENTS 2 pts

a. Use the hashtag #microwrite04 and mention the teaching team in all comments (0.3 pts)
b. Post at least four links to the comments you make to your classmates. (0.3 pts)
c. Comment assertively, leave suggestion. (0.7 pts)
d. Identify the genre of your classmates' stories. Asks questions about the post or story (0,7 pts)

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