Developing Complex Characters and Character Arcs
Students will develop complex characters with distinct traits, backstories, and motivations, and plan their character arcs throughout a narrative.
Key Questions
- How do internal and external traits contribute to a character's complexity and believability?
- What is a character arc, and how does it show growth or change over time?
- How can a character's backstory influence their actions and decisions in the present narrative?
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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