English 102 Reflection

What have I learned in English 102? When I began this class, I had not taken a formal English class in over thirty years. I understood sentence structure and essay writing to a point. To elaborate my understanding was based on story telling rather than research and factual commentary. Of course, rhetorical review and research was foreign to me. I had a loose understanding but had never practiced or been in a position to apply these skills. Or at least that is what I thought. Since beginning

into something that is unique. Being able to respond and properly use constructive criticism is a skill that was used frequently in English 102 as well as critical thinking and research. These are skills that I personally will take with me for years to come. Coming from high school English to English 102 was a huge adjustment, but I was more successful in English 102 then I was in any high school class. Being treated more like an adult was a huge part of this as well as realizing that I wasn’t a

documenting my growth as a student and as a writer through out English 102. My English portfolio includes revised versions of my research paper, “Global Warming: Hot Topic” and essay “Blueprint Solution for the Poor,” along with the original drafts complete with red ink corrections. In addition, I am also providing this reflection essay demonstrating what I have learned this semester and how I have enhanced my original drafts. English 102 has taught me a number of things and has improved my writing

Reflection My writing skills which I have worked on over the few months I have been in English 102 have changed quite a bit in my opinion. There are many things which I have improved upon that were amongst my weaker writing skills when the year began. On the opposite side of that point, there are also many things which I still need to improve upon if I want to truly elevate my writing to a level that I will be confident in. Finally, I have gained new skills outside of writing from this class, particularly

I responded in the reflection by stating that I found the course syllabus for English 102 to be much like that of the syllabus for English 101. This did not come as a surprise to me because, in a way, it was what I expected. I went on in my early reflection by saying that I find sudden change to be uncomfortable, which I still do, but I also stated that change is good. Another view that

For Part I of this portfolio, I chose a paper that I wrote in English 112. The paper is about making the choice to wear a motorcycle helmet. This paper falls into the category of ethical and responsible behavior because, in Indiana, riders have a choice to wear their helmet. Choosing to wear a helmet would be responsible behavior and choosing to wear a novelty helmet that is not DOT approved in a state that requires certified helmets would be unethical. Another unethical example would be for

better writer. I highly believe that the constructive criticism from yourself Professor Freeman is what helped the most. Every Time you graded a paper and left comments it pushed me to do better and improve on the next. So if I was to take anything to English 101/Composition 2 it would be a combination of determination to be better and all of my skills i’ve learned over this semester, such as outlines, organization, analyzing, and how to write a working thesis. One activity that definitely helped me with

current standings as a college student and my future endeavors. In order to receive positive responses on any papers or discussions, I must be able to properly write on a college-level. I have continuously worked on my writing skills throughout English 101 and 102 and hope the skills I have gained in these courses will prepare me to write on an intellectual level. Looking back at previous discussion posts, assignments, papers, and feedback from peers and my instructor, I have achieved a large amount

Reflection: Perfecting Critical Writing Skills In the start of the semester I struggled with the development and proper protocols that needed to be followed to sharpen my writing skills that would have prepared me to become a better and more established University level writer. One of the main reasons why I believed that I did struggle in the beginning of the semester, was because I did not properly follow the SLO guideline that given to myself and my fellow peers by our instructor. As I was able

If a child speaks a different language than English, a teacher should attempt to learn a few words in their native language and begin to adapt colloquialisms to help support them both inside and outside the classroom. Make sure there are notices set up in multiple languages and when necessary use