It is one thing to understand a term over time through familiarity and experience, but defining it to a non-technical audience is a challenge all its own. This assignment was a good exercise in explaining a familiar term through various methods, while concurrently demonstrating the inherent jargon and concepts taken for granted. From the writer\u2019s perspective, this also helped elucidate which components I understand best and least. Covering all angles helped to smooth this knowledge.<\/p>\n
The definitions exercise also demonstrated the usefulness of visuals in explanation. Eliciting the adage \u201ca picture says a thousand words\u201d, visual aids helped delineate tough concepts. \u00a0This tactic was especially prevalent when peer-reviewing, as I found that the visuals accompanying my classmate\u2019s assignment helped provide further context, while allowing\u00a0the author to demonstrate concepts colorfully.<\/p>\n
To this note, I really enjoyed reading other students\u2019 definitions. It was interesting seeing others\u2019 writing styles and doing so helped frame my own writing more critically. By engaging in the reading experience, I observed\u00a0which techniques were\u00a0particularly effective. For example, short paragraphs and concise sections increased readability, while piquing interest. \u00a0I will try to incorporate these ideas into my own compositions\u00a0going forward.<\/p>\n
I also enjoyed learning new concepts in the peer evaluation process, while identifying the pros and cons of the different definition methods. Reading various methods for a single concept clearly showed the differences between these methods, demonstrating the roles of details, diction, and structure in defining a term.<\/p>\n
Gaining feedback on my own assignment helped contextualize my writing, while elucidating the knowledge areas I take for granted. Generalizing this lesson, I will enhance my awareness of the assumptions made in communication. While there are situations where assumptions are appropriate, assumption awareness is crucial to communication<\/p>\n
Rewritten Definition Assignment<\/a><\/p>\n Peer Review: http:\/\/engl301.arts.ubc.ca\/2016\/01\/29\/assignment-13-peer-review-for-wes-berry\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" It is one thing to understand a term over time through familiarity and experience, but defining it to a non-technical audience is a challenge all its own. This assignment was a good exercise in explaining a familiar term through various … Continue reading