Journal Entry # 1
Journal Entry #1 Reflection:
I feel that inputting the first ever journal entry of the semester was necessary . We were asked to describe our writing process. Whether my writing process has improved from the beginning of the semester to now, it is good to show how I thought my process was prior to learning more in this course. We were also asked to define what good writing is. My opinion on this still has yet to change and I stand by my thoughts on this matter. I am a firm believer in having no maximum or minimum requirements to writing a paper . If the writer can make his or her point in many words or fewer words , then that , to me, is quality writing.
I feel that inputting the first ever journal entry of the semester was necessary . We were asked to describe our writing process. Whether my writing process has improved from the beginning of the semester to now, it is good to show how I thought my process was prior to learning more in this course. We were also asked to define what good writing is. My opinion on this still has yet to change and I stand by my thoughts on this matter. I am a firm believer in having no maximum or minimum requirements to writing a paper . If the writer can make his or her point in many words or fewer words , then that , to me, is quality writing.
Journal Entry # 2
Journal Entry #2 Reflection:
This journal reflection is not necessarily one to really elaborate or illustrate my critical thinking however it is an informative one. Although I had a basic understanding of rhetorical questions, it was interesting to discuss in class and discover how much we see and hear rhetoric messages. As indicated in my journal passage we see this type of language everywhere. This day in class we also discussed the three main types of rhetorical meanings; Ethos , Logos, and Pathos.
This journal reflection is not necessarily one to really elaborate or illustrate my critical thinking however it is an informative one. Although I had a basic understanding of rhetorical questions, it was interesting to discuss in class and discover how much we see and hear rhetoric messages. As indicated in my journal passage we see this type of language everywhere. This day in class we also discussed the three main types of rhetorical meanings; Ethos , Logos, and Pathos.
Journal Entry # 3 and Journal Entry # 4
Journal Entry #3 and #4 Reflection:
This entry is two parted. Prior to us getting together in groups for workshops , we were asked to write how felt about getting into workshop groups. At first , I was somewhat excited. I figured the group would read my complaint letter paper and give positive feedback with constructive criticism. Not that anyone was being negative in trying to help correct my paper , it was clear I need to revise my original document drastically. After out workshops we were then asked to write down how we felt it went. Although I stated was excited to get into groups before, I have to say that I am not a fan of peer-to-peer workshops. With that being , I am not opposed to teacher-to -student workshops . I think some of the reason this could be is due to a possible age gap . Being that I am a little older , I feel more comfortable talking to someone that is either more educated in the field of English or someone who is actually a true "peer" when discussing my work .
This entry is two parted. Prior to us getting together in groups for workshops , we were asked to write how felt about getting into workshop groups. At first , I was somewhat excited. I figured the group would read my complaint letter paper and give positive feedback with constructive criticism. Not that anyone was being negative in trying to help correct my paper , it was clear I need to revise my original document drastically. After out workshops we were then asked to write down how we felt it went. Although I stated was excited to get into groups before, I have to say that I am not a fan of peer-to-peer workshops. With that being , I am not opposed to teacher-to -student workshops . I think some of the reason this could be is due to a possible age gap . Being that I am a little older , I feel more comfortable talking to someone that is either more educated in the field of English or someone who is actually a true "peer" when discussing my work .
Journal Entry # 5 and Journal Entry # 6
Journal Entry # 5 and # 6 Reflection :
The first passage of this day was a reflection of what we read in Stephen King's book , On Writing. We were asked to elaborate on what we thought Stephen King was saying writing really is. During the chapter of his book he also talked about being in a far seeing place. As illustrated in my response I took that as a place where you can literally "get away " and focus.
The second passage was a response on the Robin Thick music video , Blurred Lines. This was probably one of my favorite topic because it was more current and popular. Another reason could be because we hear about this type of stuff all the time. The response was in reference to his music video being " rapey" and boarder line controversial . Many have thought to say that the video and song should not be played nor aired. In my response I mentioned that whether it be offensive in anyway , there are many more things out there in the media that are far worse.
The first passage of this day was a reflection of what we read in Stephen King's book , On Writing. We were asked to elaborate on what we thought Stephen King was saying writing really is. During the chapter of his book he also talked about being in a far seeing place. As illustrated in my response I took that as a place where you can literally "get away " and focus.
The second passage was a response on the Robin Thick music video , Blurred Lines. This was probably one of my favorite topic because it was more current and popular. Another reason could be because we hear about this type of stuff all the time. The response was in reference to his music video being " rapey" and boarder line controversial . Many have thought to say that the video and song should not be played nor aired. In my response I mentioned that whether it be offensive in anyway , there are many more things out there in the media that are far worse.