Reflection On My Writing Style

In the past month, this class has significantly improved both my writing style and writing process. First, I have learned a few improvement to my overall APA format presentation. I have dialed in how to correctly cite sources without using a source generator. This is useful not only because it is crucial to know for any serious writing assignment, but also for any papers I may write that are not for college credit. If a source generator is unavailable, or I have to cite a source correctly without internet access, it is a need to know. I’m being completely honest here. I tend to learn rather than simply passing a class; as a degree on paper means very little if you don’t gain and retain the knowledge from it.
Second, my discovery phase has dramatically improved. In the reading and assignments, I learned to not only take notes a bit more, but also different strategies for brainstorming and connecting useful information to a main idea. Although simple words are used during this phase, it gives me a foundation to build off of and
I have found sometimes I use a semicolon in the wrong way. However, others seem to avoid them,. In my opinion, this makes their writing either too choppy, or a bit of a drag on. I also could develop my word choice.
As for future students, my main advice would be time management. I understand it is difficult, as many of us have much going on in both our personal and professional lives, but read the chapters early in the week. Second, take notes! There is a major difference between studying and simple reading. You can retain the information more effectively, and you can also refer back to your notes.
Thank you for a meaningful class Professor McMurry, I wish both you and your future students the very best! You have improved my skills, although I do have some further adjustments to make in grammar and other areas. I appreciate the knowledge I have gained throughout the