As a writer my weaknesses are over analyzing a text, not processing my thoughts onto paper quickly, and misinterpreting the
Some of the strengths I have as a writer is the understanding of how to create an introduction, transition sentences and how to proofread well. I feel these strengths are a great foundation when writing any type of paper. Some of my challenges are remembering to include all my information into the conclusion of my paper and using a better vocabulary when writing. I feel with more practice with my writing I will be able to solve these weaknesses. Based on the feedback I have received in this course;…
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Before this class, I was a writer because I had to write essays in multiple other classes which helped with my organization and detail configuration. When I was in elementary school I would get really ecstatic when I was going to write an interesting narrative with a nice plot, however, I did not get the motivation as the years went by. When I was in middle school I used to write in a journal, because it would help me organize my thoughts. If I was having a bad day and I didn’t really have anyone…
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originally introduced to the article by Lawrence Otis Graham on the first week of class. The article is titled “I taught my black kids that their elite upbringing would protect them from discrimination. I was wrong.” This article was very significant because it gave me a foundation for the topics covered in my class, Writing, Literacy, and Discourse and helped me become a self-reflective writer. Grahams article is about his life, his family and a racist incident that involved his son. He and his wife raise…
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My motive for enrolling in College Composition was to become a stronger writer. Through the duration of this semester, my goals were to develop basic skills such as knowledge of linguistic structures, how to develop a thesis, and the organization of ideas. Throughout high school, I have always struggled with those aspects of writing, especially with linguistic structures such as grammar and punctuation. Therefore, I am glad the class had a primary focus on grammar and composition. Additionally, I…
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strongest writer. There has always been a strong place in my heart for the art of writing. I enjoy it very much and my goal is to become the best writer that I can be. Hard work and studying the craft over the years have increased my ability. Honestly, this first semester of college has been a test and has pushed me to further limits and heights in order to better myself. I can truly say that this year has tested me in many ways the road has been tough. I'm only anxious to what my future holds in my english…
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semester in Teaching and Writing, has further developed and enhanced my skills as a writer, a reader, and an aspiring teacher. On the very first day of class, we wrote about what writing means to us, and since that day I have further developed my passion and purpose for writing (Class1_Seeds18 ppt.). For me, writing has always been a major part of my life. Writing provides me with a way to share my story, to embark on journeys, to place my emotions onto a page. Writing is like a mirror, since it usually…
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assignments, including our narratives. As a result, this has not allowed for significant growth over the years. It was not until this class, ENG 1020, that I was exposed to a larger literacy threshold. One of the first literary pieces we read and analyzed as a class was “ Vignette: Gettin Crunk with Composition Studies” by Vershawn Ashanti Young. A descriptive narrative challenging the restrictions American Academia has placed on writers. This…
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due to its usage of fantastic word choice. The aggressive tone and emotionally packed language help convey Elk's message as well as convince her audience with regards to her thesis. In using this language, Elk helps the readers in perceiving Elk's personal thoughts and experiences on the topic. Readers feel a sense of psychological connection with the problem the author is going through. Her use of parallelism with other racial minorities and how their rights are also taken away in this regard also…
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or places. The observable or "physical" is usually described in concrete language. Ad homonym—Latin for "against the man." When a writer personally attacks his or her opponents instead of their arguments Ad populum—Latin for "to the crowd." A fallacy of logic in which the widespread occurrence of something is assumed to make it true. Allegory—A narrative or description having a second meaning beneath the surface one. A story, fictional or nonfiction, in which characters, things, and events…
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to be refreshed and used effectively. Practicing different writing habits is a great way to help improve the mind and success a student will have in their writings. Using these different styles of writing such as a narrative, summary analysis, informational report, or even a personal profile will better a student throughout their education. To ensure that one has the proper techniques to write one must use proper writing practices, credible research and information, critical thinking skills, conveying…
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