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I enjoyed this course and found it very valuable. I thought some of the assignments were confusing and could be clarified.
SB
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I thoroughly enjoyed the course. It got me writing. I didn't always enjoy the instructions but it did get me on track. Good course.
By Victoria R
•Sep 2, 2020
The assignments were very helpful, although the instructions were sometimes not as clear as they should have been. Video instruction was good. I especially liked Mr. Pardlo's easy manner and his use of poems to help make his points. I had an excellent experience with the peer reviewers, too.
By Alison E L
•Sep 7, 2020
Gregory Pardlo has a friendly demeanor while he provides extremely insightful tips on how an author can present themselves to the reader when writing memoir. The homework aligned well with the lessons, providing the opportunity to put the information from each week's videos into practice.
By Alexandria S
•May 2, 2020
I thought this class was very well structured and that Greg Pardlo was relatable and on point. I have listened to the lecture segments repeatedly, and I continue to learn from them. The assignments, especially the one relating your life to historical trends and events, are enlightening.
By Jennifer J W
•Sep 2, 2022
I enjoyed the lectures which provided me with a different slant to the work I've done on my memoir. Plus I learned a lot from reading the peer assignments. I had not considered the concept of the frame before, even though I had used the technique sometimes unconscously.
By B R H
•Jun 10, 2020
it was a good learning experience . I was really forced to think and write my bits of my memoir with emotions, understand the difference between the frame and the story. Thanks Mr Greg . I never knew that i can do justice for on line learning. but YOU made it possible.
By Jean-Pierre C
•Apr 29, 2020
I have learnt a lot. More importantly, this course has unlocked my ability to think reflectively and to better structure the narrative. Sounds weird now but I never thought about the reader before with this level of respect. I genuinely think it has changed my approach.
By Ann M
•Nov 3, 2022
Great structure and prompts. They made writing so much easier. I felt I was able to find a voice with each exercise. The peer review process was also good. It was enlightening trying to read other's work critically. It is probably the hardest part of the course.
By Athena J
•Mar 6, 2021
I loved this course, the materials and the complexity and thoughtfulness of the assignments. I do wish a few of the assignments were a little bit more clear - I sometimes didn't know if I was doing them correctly! - but they were incredibly fun and deep nonetheless!
By Laura F Z
•Jun 30, 2020
Dr. Pardlo was really clear in his explanations of the material, and presented the material in a fresh way that I had not been exposed to before, since I'm not a poet. I highly recommend this course for anyone who wants to kick-start their personal writing projects.
By Imelda C F
•Dec 13, 2020
All my teachers are great! I'm so blessed to have 'met' them even through a virtual platform. learning so much from my teachers and from my classmates (although, at times their comments are off-kilter because they're not reading properly hahaha) God bless us all.
By Betsy A
•Aug 31, 2020
The course's pace kept me writing but wasn't a burden. The minilectures were very interesting and helpful. The prompts were a challenge but not crazy hard. My classmates' writing was very interesting to read. In short, I learned a lot about writing in 4 weeks.
By Constantino C
•Oct 13, 2020
Though the course was excellent, I did not like to receive one encouragement message from you (which I appreciated), but I did not have any possibility to respond. I tried to write a text to Greg, and I left it in his blog. Regards, Constantino
By Pongitte R
•Jun 2, 2020
Professor Pardlo is fantastic. His video clips are effective for getting participants to consider the various aspects of memoir writing. Excellent and appropriate use of examples to make his points. I only audited but would recommend.
By Dean P
•Mar 28, 2022
Good starter class on how to write a memoir. Included Interesting stories, and clear and thoughtful videos explaining how to choose pint of view, utilize your memory, and show and tell specific details to start writing your memoir.
By Jon K
•May 16, 2020
I really enjoyed this course. I was my first course ever done online and the pace and topics were great. I would've liked more input from the instructor on my work, but it's probably not a suitable venue for that.
Thanks again.
By Carolyn J
•Apr 25, 2021
I so enjoyed this first course for me in Memoir and Personal Essay. In particular, I appreciated the skilled and insightful approach of Greg Pardlo who gave his knowledgeable and astute advice so freely. Thank you so much!
By Clarissa S
•Jun 17, 2020
I loved this course! thank you so much! I loved Greg's videos, which were short but very insightful. I loved the assignments, very well thought. Couldn't recommend this course enough for anyone who wants to write.
By Michelle L V
•Oct 26, 2020
I enjoyed listening and learning from Greg's videos. He gave in depth explanations and compelling examples. I will move on to the next course after this experience. Thank you for an affordable chance to learn!
By Margaret J
•Oct 19, 2019
Key concepts in crafting memoir are presented, explained, and followed up with dynamite exercises. I found this course extremely useful in my efforts to structure and craft a memoir of my long work history.
By Maram A
•Jun 10, 2020
This course is so important for the persons who love details in life and step by step you will know how to write well about your thoughts and stories that you faced in your life...
Very interesting
By Saskia V
•Aug 23, 2019
Just started today and finished already teh first week...fantastic ...well spoken, well informed, easy to understand from someone english is a second language. Look forward to the next weeks.
By Sheryl L
•Mar 20, 2021
Really enjoyed the instructor. Appreciated the lectures, and the need for me to keep a dictionary close to look up some of his high-powered words. I enjoyed all four assignments.
By elisabeth
•Apr 13, 2021
The assignments were wonderful prompts drawing out unexpected topics and encouraging introspection on daily life. Great backbone from which to build. Loved it! Thank you!
By Roxana G
•Sep 23, 2019
Very practical videos, short but instructive. Nice assignments, although the instructions weren't always clear.
I really liked the teacher, and I loved the content.
By Bibek A
•May 3, 2020
Fantastic. I learned so much about writing about myself and the people around me. Greg is a wonderful mentor. Truly enjoyed and learned a lot. Thanks, Coursera.