During the past century, the pedagogy of creative writing has shifted radically. The "solitary pursuit" of "the lone writer" has given way to the workshop: a small collection of writers who gather together to provide feedback, encouragement, and support.
Some authors criticize the workshop system, stating that it "standardizes" art, replacing the unique inspiration of new and dilligent writers with the insipid production-line mentality of pleasing one's peers. Others believe that the workshop is absolutely critical to the development of a young writer's natural talent. Either way, the explosion of MFA programs in fiction, poetry, drama, and even creative nonfiction reveals a subtle truth about the workshop form: like it or not, thousands of writers have turned to the workshop as their education-of-choice.
Online Workshops
Take a look at the most popular online writing workshops offered on the internet today.
Online Writing Communities
Short on time? Short on cash? Looking for feedback on your stories and poems? Try these online writing communities.
Free Online Course Resources
For those looking to study at their own pace, the internet offers access to syllabi and course materials from many writing programs at no cost to you.
