The first unit was initially overwhelming. Trying to figure out the blog software coupled with completing all the reading and assignments was a lot to keep organized in the first couple weeks of class. However, completing all the tasks in this unit has set up important foundations for the upcoming formal report.
I feel that this unit has helped me get a better grasp of the importance of writing for a specific audience. Thinking about the audience before I started writing actually made the writing process faster and smoother.
The peer review of my work was very insightful and made me realize that even though I feel that I did sufficient editing, I was still skimming over simple mistakes. Another thing I need to remember, is to hit publish on my posts! For the next assignments, I will be sure to view the page right after I have completed to ensure it is actually posted.
Reviewing another students work is something I have not done much of. I did enjoy it as it was insightful reading other style of writing. I ended up reading definitions from several groups to attempt to identify common strengths and weaknesses. When I would notice an area that could be improved on another students’ work, it allowed me to reflect on what I had written to see if similar thinking could be applied.
For the upcoming assignments, I will have to pay attention to time management. This month is exceptionally busy for me and this style of writing requires thoughtfulness and I need to put more care in editing. I am looking forward to starting work on my formal report.
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