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Hello Everyone,
I would like some opinions on a challenge I am facing.
I have not completed a degree program, but I did begin an online program for a bachelors in English with a focus on Creative Writing. I started this journey as an attempt to expose myself to ideas, concepts, and points of reference that I may not have had the opportunity to experience otherwise. I also hoped to add depth and substance to my writing through the program and build better writing habits with the required classwork.
Prior to this, I have been an avid reader of books on writing. I feel that I have learned a great deal from them, and continue to re-read my favorites.
My challenge is this; I find the pursuit of the degree is in fact driving me away from my writing. I dread every assignment and my patience for the requirements for the degree is wearing thin. The degree will have zero impact on my day job, and is purely for my hopes of becoming a better storyteller.
My question is, should I shift my focus to non-accredited writing classes and workshops that are targeted towards my goals or should I continue on my path of a degree with the understanding that the investment in broadening my knowledge in other areas will enrich my writing later?
I especially like to hear from those that have a similar degree to the one I am pursuing. Was it worth it, or would you go a more "technical school" route with your education?
Thanks in advance!
I would like some opinions on a challenge I am facing.
I have not completed a degree program, but I did begin an online program for a bachelors in English with a focus on Creative Writing. I started this journey as an attempt to expose myself to ideas, concepts, and points of reference that I may not have had the opportunity to experience otherwise. I also hoped to add depth and substance to my writing through the program and build better writing habits with the required classwork.
Prior to this, I have been an avid reader of books on writing. I feel that I have learned a great deal from them, and continue to re-read my favorites.
My challenge is this; I find the pursuit of the degree is in fact driving me away from my writing. I dread every assignment and my patience for the requirements for the degree is wearing thin. The degree will have zero impact on my day job, and is purely for my hopes of becoming a better storyteller.
My question is, should I shift my focus to non-accredited writing classes and workshops that are targeted towards my goals or should I continue on my path of a degree with the understanding that the investment in broadening my knowledge in other areas will enrich my writing later?
I especially like to hear from those that have a similar degree to the one I am pursuing. Was it worth it, or would you go a more "technical school" route with your education?
Thanks in advance!