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One thing I liked about this course was that everything was explained very well. There are always rubrics and many weeks of preparations until a large project. One thing I think that could be improved is the canvas page. It was kind of hard to figure out and I was unsure of where on the weeks and projects we were at.
Prompt #13
I have translated my writing process into other classes already. In my history class, I had to read a book on Alexander the Great and write a rhetorical analysis essay. I would’ve just read the book and sat down and wrote my paper, but instead I took notes with the page number every time I found valuable information. I also had multiple drafts for that essay which I never tend to do.
#12
Our rhetorical analysis assignment was by far the most challenging assignment we did this semester. It was unlike anything I had ever had to write before, and I learned what a rhetorical analysis was just weeks before having ti write one of my own. After this past semester, I have learned to enjoy writing much more than I had prior to taking this course, and I am much more confident in my writing abilities going forward.
I agree. I think that the rhetorical analysis was the most difficult as well this semester. Although I have written a rhetorical analysis before, it can always be challenging.
Prompt #12
The assignment that has been the most challenging for me this semester is probably the info graphic. It was kind of difficult to condense information and visualize it. I was also unaware of how many structural elements that went in to making an info graphic.
My writing has improved by being more straight to the point. Instead of trying to sound super intelligent or mature within my writing, I write what I mean and don’t ramble.
#11
“The Ocean Can Save the Climate”
- Turbines can reduce fossil fuel emissions
-The ocean has already absorbed 90% of the excess heat from global warming
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1. My argument doesn’t diverge much from my original article, it only gives less evidence.
2. My argument expands my original article because it uses information provided and outside sources that support the same idea.
prompt 10
- It is important to evaluate sources because we need to decide if the source is credible and accurate. The most important thing I was reminded of is that it is important to understand some articles, although they may be educational, can have bias.
-This knowledge will change the way I think about articles because now whenever I read them I will take what is said with a grain of salt. Only after I have read and looked at the author and sources will I fully absorb what the author says.
- It would probably be best for me to look at only educational articles for the most part; articles found in the online educational libraries or articles with the “.gov” domain.
Prompt #9
The main argument from my article was that the ocean had the ability to heal.
Evidence:
- “Offshore wind can and should leap from providing essentially zero percent of our national energy to over 10 percent by 2050“
- “Not only can the ocean be a source of carbon-free energy, it can also sequester tons of carbon: so far, it has absorbed around 30 percent of the carbon dioxide we have emitted by burning fossil fuels.”
Explore how we could limit the amount of carbon absorbed by the ocean by using the ocean instead of burning fossil fuels for energy
Potential counterargument: Invading the oceans can negatively impact marine life and ecosystems.
Prompt 8
I found this image on the Green Heart at Work website. The website article was talking about the pressing destruction of the earth’s environment. The audience is environmentalists or anyone who cares about the environment. The image’s purpose is to juxtapose two ideas of the earth (life and death of earth). This image appeals to Pathos-it is an image that was created in hopes to evoke emotions from the audience about the destruction of the earth. The image does utilize CRAP- especially contrast and alignment. Contrast because of the contrasting versions of earth, and alignment because it shows the earth split in half and provides two different examples of it. The image reflects my understanding of my subject because it shows the basic of the entire topic- the destruction of earth’s environment, killing ecosystems, clean air, clean water, etc.
Prompt 7
In my article, Ayanna Elizabeth Johnson uses quotations in the sentence- These “sea vegetables” have high nutritional value, and when fed to cows can reduce their methane emissions by up to 67 percent.
The writer uses the word sea vegetables as figurative language and that is why it is quoted. It is not a piece of information from a source. I can use this technique in my paper since it is just using figurative language and imposing quotations around the word to tell the reader that “sea vegetables” are a term used, not literal vegetables in the sea.
Peer Revision
When I receive peer revisions back I have noticed that it’s most helpful when people specifically tell me to fix certain things. Instead of just writing in the margins “comma splice” or “wordy”, it’s nice when they give examples on how to solve the problem (within reason) instead of just pointing it out. Being specific has always been helpful so I can keep in mind what I need to work on directly rather than my paper as a whole.
Prompt 5
I read an article titled "To Save the Climate, Look to the Oceans" by Ayanna Elizabeth Johnson. In this article Johnson talks about how the ocean can be utilized to lower our negative impact on the earth. Johnson uses logos by including statistics about the ocean and how the government has used the ocean to reduce pollution. She also uses Ethos because she is a marine biologist, therefore she is a credible person to listen to about the ocean.
Tumblr Post #4
The word rhetoric has a positive connotation to me. Rhetoric is basically the conversation; the words one uses and way they are able to communicate ideas and convince others of those ideas. A rhetorical analysis in itself is the examination of an author’s work, breaking it down and finding different rhetorical devices used in the work, and seeing how that author uses those devices to further develop their point. It helps the author accomplish communicating a clear message, while also using devices to analyze their previous statements. It helps the reader better connect with the author and understand the reasoning behind a statement as well.
Pre-writing Method
My process kind of happens while I’m writing. Sometimes its hard for me to gather my thoughts so I just like to put it all out on paper. When I make an error I immediately fix it. After each sentence I like to go back two sentences and look to see if they are cohesive. I make sure there are no mistakes regarding grammar and then I continue. After I’m done I like to read my paper backwards to make sure I’m really paying attention to everything I’m writing. This sounds odd but I do it so my brain isn’t constantly on autopilot since I know what will be written next. I don’t think there would be much I would change about my process, but maybe sitting down and writing out bullet points for each paragraph so I don’t lose my train of thought.
Tumblr Prompt 2
It’s hard for me to recall advice that I have received about writing in the past. Although I have gone through so many English classes I can’t remember receiving that great of advice. I don’t think I ever struggled much with English, therefore I wasn’t handed much advice.
I did have one teacher though, Mrs. Burke, who was my favorite teacher. She more taught me writing tools rather than giving advice, which in itself I guess can serve the same purpose. She created an AP independent study for me and one other classmate to take; the focus of it was rhetorical analysis. I really enjoyed her class and how “one-on-one” it was; it definitely helped me enjoy writing and enjoy doing well in writing.
The Purpose of Writing
Freshman Year
-Coming into my freshman year of high school I think I felt under-qualified as a writer. I knew about rhetorical devices and other tools we use in writing but I didn’t necessarily know how to apply them.
Senior Year
-Throughout high school I learned more about writing, and as I look back on my last day of high school I can say that I understood anything I was confused about or had trouble with my freshman year.
The Purpose of Reading
I think the purpose of reading and writing is to educate yourself on matters of the world, other peoples opinions and views, or do dive into something that makes you think (reading).
The Purpose of Writing
I think the purpose of writing is to be able to thoughtfully communicate your certain message and leave the reader with more than they came with.
