Q1. So, in the end, how’d your WP2 paper go? What were you happy with? What weren’t you? Why? Be specific! (Remember: this is fodder for your end-of-quarter metacognitive reflection)
I felt that my paper went okay, it was very difficult trying to cover the whole prompt in only 6 pages, and I had to cut out a lot of the stuff. I was really happy with the fact that I improved my writing, and even if it doesn’t show so much in my grade, I felt that this WP was much better than the first one. I had better analysis, my structure was a lot better, and I believe the overall flow/tone of my paper was greatly improved as well.
Q2. Which 2 or 3 comments that you received yesterday were the most helpful for you? Why?
Post your journal responses to your blog AND respond to two classmates’ posts (~75 words/response is fine.).
The Peer Review session was awesome, I was able to get new eyes on my paper, and both of my groupmates gave me excellent feedback that helped greatly. The best piece of advice that both said, was to expand on a certain argument that was more important (in the context of my paper), which thus increased my argument and made for a much more solid, fuller piece. They also helped me connect my paragraphs better, and have a more reader-friendly flow throughout.
I also found it very difficult to answer all of the questions within the prompt in 6 pages. I agree that this WP2 was a lot stronger than the first one! I guess you could say that the PB assignments really do prepare us for the WPs. I’m glad that you were able to improve upon your tone and really find your voice for this paper. I’m glad that the peer review helped you as much as it helped me too!
ReplyDeleteI agree that I already feel like I am a better writer but then again that might just be my personal opinion. I can also connect with you that there is so much information that could be included and its difficult narrowing it down!
ReplyDeleteI also had a great time with the Peer Review session and enjoy that activity a lot!