LLA0131 - AI Creative Writing Tools: A Quick Start
Course Description
AI is everywhere; in the news, in conversation, and now, in your creative toolkit. In this fun, self-paced introductory course, you’ll explore how AI can spark inspiration, help you brainstorm fresh ideas, and play with writing styles, all while remaining firmly in the writer’s seat. Whether you’re a new writer, returning to the page, or simply curious about the buzz around AI, this course shows how to use this technology as a creative partner, not a replacement. Learn practical tips and experiment with prompts and writing exercises to discover how to make AI work for your imagination. Throughout your exploratory journey, you'll reflect on your writing process and note what sparks inspiration, while developing a collection of future story ideas. No technical expertise required, just a sense of curiosity.
Discover how AI can ignite your creativity!
Course Outline
- The Power of Playful Prompting
- Idea Expansion Techniques
- Experimenting with Voice and Style
- Reflect and Celebrate Wins
- Next Steps
Learner Outcomes
• Understand how AI can act as a creative spark to a writer• Experiment with lesser-known, playful AI tools for ideation
• Learn basic prompt crafting for unexpected, vivid outputs
• Create an idea bank for future writing projects
Laura Ehrke is an award-winning novelist, blogger, marketing specialist and writing coach. Her education includes studying British literature and poetry at Oxford University, a bachelor’s degree in communications from DePaul University and a master’s degree in liberal arts from the University of Chicago, with supplemental graduate coursework in writing at Northwestern University. As an author, Laura has been featured at several events, including Comic Con, Pop Culture Con, the University of Chicago Liberal Arts Panel, NaNoWriMo forums, and library programs. She brings her passion for writing into her courses, inspiring students to have fun while developing their creativity and writing skills. Laura was recently awarded the Excellence in Arts: Outstanding Educator Award by the Barrington Cultural Commission.