Salman RushdieTeaches Storytelling and Writing

MasterClass, founded in California in 2015, delivers a premium online learning experience taught by world-renowned experts across arts, business, sports and science. The platform emphasizes cinematic production values and concise, example-driven lessons that make advanced techniques accessible and engaging for learners at many levels. With a catalog designed to inspire, MasterClass showcases how leading practitioners approach craft, career and creativity through demonstration and storytelling.

Each class combines pre-recorded lessons, downloadable workbooks and practical assignments so you can learn at your own pace while applying techniques immediately. The format suits self-directed study, creative practice and professional development; lessons are short enough to fit busy schedules yet substantive enough to support meaningful skill growth. An active learner community and curated collections help you explore related topics and sustain progress between sessions.

MasterClass is ideal for students seeking inspiration from high-profile practitioners or structured, example-led guidance to advance a hobby or career skill. It is particularly useful for creative fields, culinary arts, writing, entrepreneurship and performance, while many lessons offer transferable techniques for broader application. Accessible across devices and offering a library of 186 programs, the platform is a practical complement to formal study when paired with deliberate practice, feedback and community engagement.

This non-degree program is for students who want to learn storytelling and writing from Salman Rushdie. It's a 1-week online course that helps you build vivid worlds and authentic characters. You'll learn from a Booker Prize-winning author and get to share your own stories.

The curriculum covers writing vivid characters, crafting compelling stories, and honing your writing process and voice. You'll also learn how to edit your work, get published, and unlock empathy and philosophical wisdom. The course includes 19 video lessons and topics like journalism, reporting, and worldbuilding.

After completing this program, you can pursue careers like fiction writer, journalist, or editor. You can work in the publishing industry, media, or education. Other possible job titles include content writer, novelist, or screenwriter. You'll have the skills to create engaging stories and share them with the world.