My expectations for this class was learning new techniques to write professionally, doing various projects with writing in different forms, and then taking numerous exams about the lessons that we learned each week. My main concern was that I wasn’t going to be able to understand the homework assignments and lectures in the short amount of time. I imagined having this intense pressure since it was only a few weeks, so I assumed we would be doing more work in less time.
My reaction when I arrived in class was shocked!!! I couldn’t believe it was a small classroom, which I definitely prefer instead of a huge classroom. I enjoyed the way the lessons were taught in a timely manner and with a lot of enthusiasm. The style in which the teacher connected other subjects to English was fascinating to witness and I learned additional material than I ever expected. The assignments were understandable and I didn’t feel any tremendous pressure at all. I was very hopeful to do the work properly and efficiently learn writing in English so I can improve my writing skills for my future.
My expectations were clearly met. I did learn different forms of writing that I can use in my future profession and techniques to organize my thoughts in my essays which was my weakness in my writing. Although we didn’t have exams or quizzes to see if I understood the lessons, I think it was refreshing not having to take a test or a quiz for material that we worked on a whole week. It surprised me that there was no pressure to get the homework done fast and I can actually see the improvements in my blog feed from when I first started taking the class to the end. I am surprised my readability is in a higher range from when I started and I can say that I am almost there to maintain the number of sentences and grade level for my challenges. Now, I know the formula to be within the great writers and I will continue to use these forms of writings for my profession as a writer. I really don’t think I would have done anything differently. The teacher taught us what he knew would be important to know whereas other teachers might not have the chance to teach the same ideas to their classes. The teacher’s amazing ability to connect with the student and to welcome any participation in the lesson while providing accurate references to study for writing challenges. By far, the best college class I ever experienced!!
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