My Final Evaluation

Truthfully, it’s crazy to think I have already completed English 112. All of my classes, but especially my English 112 class has gone by extremely fast. I don’t know whether or not it’s because English has always been my favorite subject, or because the passion I have of wanting to become an English teacher. Whatever the reason may be, I do know that Professor Brandon has made me eager and willing to continue to want to pursue my life time dream.  I know I may not be his favorite student, but his teachings have truly taught me a lot, not only dealing with the subject, but things I will need to take in with me into the future aka, “the real world.”


This English 112 class has taught me how to use many different techniques in an everyday life, such as dealing with people or writing a paper. For example, learning how to communicate when surrounded by awkward, or new people, things like having the proper knowledge in making a better schedule, whether it be work, school, or just a weekly schedule. I have learned exactly what an appeals triangle is and how to analyze an argumentative essay. I have learned little, funny things like how to stand when having a conversation with someone. Taking this class has helped produce me with better knowledge in knowing, as well as learning the difference between logos, pathos, and ethos. This paper is an honest argument about what I have learned this semester, whether it’d be about the English subject, or life learning material.

                                                                                     
By writing this honest and valid argument, I would hope to deserve a decent grade on this paper. I’m not saying I deserve an A+ because quite frankly no paper is perfect. Writing this argumentative paper has helped me remind me of what I have learned throughout this semester. Basically, I’m self observing myself. First off, this class wasn’t all about taking notes. It was a class where you would have to actively listen. In doing so, this taught me how to take in people’s thought and words about a certain topic or situation and analyze it. I learned how to state an opinion in a way that would come off as good criticism for the person stating their opinion. Knowing that I’m a very sociable, not to mention friendly, and a people person, one would think that I wouldn’t need any help in learning how to communicate with people. Here is where I’m wrong. I now know how to communicate correctly with not only three people, but ten people.

         
         Using oral communication in my everyday life has never once been a problem for me. Taking this English 112 class has helped me feel more comfortable interacting with strangers, or when put in awkward situations. I have learned different ways to communicate with others by using some unique techniques. When placed in a group discussion, it’s necessary to include everyone in the group. Having proper conversation etiquette will help a person go very far in life. The students in my class have helped me notice ways, wrong from right, in communicating with a group. Always remember that everyone has their own opinion. Just because you feel one way about a topic, doesn’t mean your group should feel the same way. (http://halasrizkeng112blog.blogspot.com/2012/04/oral-communication.html)
           
         English 112 has helped me comprehend the true meaning of constructive criticism. Being able to get your point across without being rude to your partner is how interactions must be done. Surprisingly, many people don’t know that your body posture can make a huge impact in a conversation with someone. The same goes for using eye contact with the person that is talking or is being talked to. (http://halasrizkeng112blog.blogspot.com/2012/05/perfection.html.                                      

Before this semester, I barely had any knowledge on rhetoric or rhetorical triangles. I have learned what Aristotle’s meanings and differences in these three different areas; logos, pathos, and ethos. (http://halasrizkeng112blog.blogspot.com/2012/05/rhetorical-traingle.html) These three different areas in writing show us the speaker’s ability to persuade an audience. The three appeals do differ. Pathos appeals to the emotions, beliefs, and values. It can also be thought of as the role of the audience in the particular argument. Ethos appeals to the writer’s character. Ethos also gives the credibility to the writer. Logos appeals to the reason and the actual text of the argument. The appeals triangle has all of these appeals listed on the equilateral triangle. Sometimes a text can represent more than one of the appeals listed above. By remembering the rhetorical triangle, one can always write a well written paper to the right audience. A rhetorical triangle covers three areas: message, audience, and the author (communicator). These help to formulate your thoughts by getting your message across to the right audience. The rhetorical triangle helped me improve my writing. (http://halasrizkeng112blog.blogspot.com/2012/05/rhetorical-knowledge.html).

                                                                                                                                          
The notes that I have taken in class have helped me understand certain processes in English better. Whenever my professor talks, I always try to jot down everything he has to say. This has also helped me better my note-taking skills. Technology in this class was never used too much until the end of the semester. I learned how to make my own blog. The steps were easy and painless. Also, I learned how to organize a paper using “Bubbl.us”. (http://halasrizkeng112blog.blogspot.com/2012/04/brief-diagram-of-what-i-have-learned-in.html.  Using these forms of technology have helped eager me to write more and more. Never did I ever thing I would have my own blog. The views I get on it surprise me more and more each day. The technology that has been incorporated into my writings has helped improve my skills in technology. (http://halasrizkeng112blog.blogspot.com/2012/04/digital-technology-in-eng-112.html).

In English 112, we read a lot of articles and wrote about some of them too. I understand the writing process a lot more now too. http://halasrizkeng112blog.blogspot.com/2012/04/critical-reading-thinking-and-writing.html).   The steps seems very clear to me, as well as determining which step comes before the other. I now have the ability to write to a certain audience. I have learned procedures in brainstorming and outlining. My reading skills have improved tremendously this semester. It’s one thing being able to read an article especially an advanced article, but it’s another thing when you can actually analyze what the author is saying. In doing so, it helps you make distinctions between two articles you may have to compare. A form of writing process that I used digitally was my blog. Breaking paragraphs down to input some of the information into my evaluation is what I have done. (http://halasrizkeng112blog.blogspot.com/).

                                                                                                                                           
Before taking my English 112 class, I had very little knowledge on how to make a weekly schedule or what a schedule even was to that matter. By completing our weekly schedule assignment in class about what we wanted to accomplish that week, has made it easier for me to keep up with a schedule. Being a college student, I feel that having a schedule for school is a must. This course has also helped me deal better with time management. It’s necessary for a student to have great time management so that they don’t procrastinate. Having time management helps prevent procrastination which will lead to better results in grades. (http://halasrizkeng112blog.blogspot.com/2012/04/notes-on-procrastination.html.

It’s been a fun, yet short journey in my English 112 class. I have experienced many new things and teachings from my Professor that other students haven’t. It has definitely been a learning process through the way, but such a privilege as well. This class was definitely one of a kind. Friendships I have made with some of my classmates will be cherished forever. I can honestly say I have never had an English professor misspell as many words as Professor Brandon, but hey, he always had us laughing and entertained. Whether it was the class taking pictures of him for his facebook, or watching him drink his leafy type of tea everyday, he was definitely one of a kind and always tried his best to teach us, but always in a fun way and in a way where us freshman would understand better.

                                                                                                                                           
I feel like I at least deserve a B+ on this paper. In my opinion, I deserve an A in this class for the reasons being: I have had perfect attendance; I have done all my required work, and have participated in all group activities. This class has prepared for me for my next English level I need to take in order to help receive my degree to become a successful English teacher. English 112 has allowed me to understand that everyone of us needs improvement and that there is always room for it. I have enjoyed my time and experience in my English 112 class and don’t want to see it end. I hope the next English class I decide to take will be as interesting as this one.

To sum it all up..

English 112 has brought many new things to my attention. Digital technology, oral communication, writing process information,and rhetorical knowledge were the main subjects we went over this semester. I have now become a little more advanced in these areas. The use of technology in the class was my favorite. Incorporating technology into my English 112 class has helped me create this awesome new blog, too.

Oral communication skills are a must and learning how to use them when put in certain situations where you may not feel comfortable with the environment you’re in is even more of a must. This is where my listening skills come into play as well. I have participated in peer reviews and many interactive discussions with my classmates. In doing so, I’ve learned how to act and communicate when and if put in an awkward type of situation. Not only have I learned communication and listening skills with my classmates, but also how to stand when talking to someone. Believe it or not, posture does make a difference when communicating with somebody. A person’s posture can give the other person a wrong impression. A person can think you’re lazy, bored, or not really listening to what they have to say. When placed in a group discussion, one should always include everyone in their group discussion. Group discussions allow you to interact with more than one person. Listening skills are very important to have when places with other people in a group. Everyone has opinions. Everyone has different topics that interest them more. I have learned to accept people's thoughts and ways of how they feel about a particular topic in our discussion.Oral communcation skills have helped out the ones who used to be really shy coming in to English 112. These skills have taught them to come out of their shell and speak in ways they never thought they could. Learning all these useful techniques have made it easier for me when presenting a project or paper in one of my classes.I now feel more comfortable interacting with my peers. I will take every skill I have learned in English 112 and use out in the real world. Oral communication skills are a must when dealing with professional people and businesses. You should always enjoy yourself when speaking to an audience!

Before entering English 112, I was not as aware as I am now with rhetorical triangles and rhetorical knowledge. We learned about the two most commonly used triangles in writing. The appeals triangle was represented by Aristotle. The rhetorical triangle is what I use as a source when I do write. By remembering the rhetorical triangle, one can always write a well written paper to the right audience. A rhetorical triangle covers three areas: message, audience, and the author (communicator). These help to formulate your thoughts by getting your message across to the right audience. The rhetorical triangle helps me improve my writing.When I write, I sometimes will persuade my audience and catch their attention. I inform and I express myself in writing papers. I want to be able to make a great impression on my reader. Rhetorical triangles have helped me realize what I can do and how to write to an audience. It's always good to create a bond with your audience through your writing. A writer always wants to be honest through their messages being sent out to their audience. Rhetoric helps improve one's communication skills when adapting to their audience. Rhetoric can be used in any type of writing with no restrictions. Rhetoric strategies a writer uses will most likely differ by the audience they're writing to, as well as it's subject. People will always disagree. Disagreements can be made by discussing a person's writings. This is just the art of rhetoric.

Using technology has made a huge impact in my education. My English 112 class has taught me to take risks by incorporating more use of technology in my assignments. In using digital technology, I have learned how to communicate with others besides speaking, such as blogging and using Google documents.Blogging is a means of communication. In English 112, I have learned how to make my very own blog. I have also learned how to view and comment on other peoples blogs. I have gained a lot of knowledge on creating blogs and what one can input into a blog. I didn't know making a blog could be so easy. Creating your own blog takes a few steps and is not time consuming at all!Blogs can have any type of writings or thoughts one might want to share with the world. There are no rules to what a blog can or can't include. My blog consists of information on how one can be less of a procrastinator. I have also taken some information through another form of technology, a Google document, and have shared some of that information in my blog.Google documents are just another online document. You can use Google documents to publish any type of work. Google documents can be created more than once. I have noticed that Google documents help college students become more organized. Using a Google document can help a person keep up with their assignments, which then makes it easier to stay on task.These forms of technology are all that I have taken with me in my English 112 class. I used to not have very much knowledge in computer work/technology, but being introduced to blogs and Google documents has given me a better understanding. Hopefully we will get to learn about more forms of technology in class!

English 112 has helped bring about many new forms of writing process. In Professor Brandon's class, we covered critical reading, thinking, and writing. We read over some articles and biographies and answered questions. We also wrote back to an audience answering a question Professor had assigned us. The processes I have learned in this class have been more than just "the writing process." The writing process can be forms of many. Being able to analyze an article is the part of the reading process. Sometimes I go to read an article or a chapter, and I don't quite understand what the author is getting at. This class helped me better my analization skills.Professor Brandon always made sure we brainstormed and outlined before writing. He was never strict about the paper's "togetherness" or how well the paper was written which made it easier for me to write and to stress about the paper. Outlining and brainstorming are the two most important things a writer needs to do before beginning his or her paper.Proofreading is an important step before submitting any type of work in. I have found and will continue to find mistakes in my writing, just like any professional writer. In the beginning of the semester, Professor B had us write down what needs to happen in order for us to be able to write. Quiet environment? Loud, crazy music playing in the background? In English 112, we weren't really judged or received criticism on our writing assignments. I wish that we did do a little more group work with our writing or class work. I always want to improve my writing because sometimes I feel like I ramble on and on about little things that it won't get the point across to my reader. In the end, the writing process is a process I will always use when writing papers.

PERFECTION

What a great way to show different ways of "standing" during a conversation..and what the postures can mean in other people's heads.

Rhetorical Knowledge

Before entering English 112, I was not as aware as I am now with rhetorical triangles and rhetorical knowledge. We learned about the two most commonly used triangles in writing. The appeals triangle was represented by Aristotle. The rhetorical triangle is what I use as a source when I do write. (LINK IN RHETORICAL TRIANGLES)

By remembering the rhetorical triangle, one can always write a well written paper to the right audience. A rhetorical triangle covers three areas: message, audience, and the author (communicator). These help to formulate your thoughts by getting your message across to the right audience. The rhetorical triangle helps me improve my writing.

When I write, I sometimes will persuade my audience and catch their attention. I inform and I express myself in writing papers. I want to be able to make a great impression on my reader. Rhetorical triangles have helped me realize what I can do and how to write to an audience.

It's always good to create a bond with your audience through your writing. A writer always wants to be honest through their messages being sent out to their audience. Rhetoric helps improve one's communication skills when adapting to their audience. (LINK IN RHETORIC WEBSITE)

Rhetoric can be used in any type of writing with no restrictions. Rhetoric strategies a writer uses will most likely differ by the audience they're writing to, as well as it's subject. People will always disagree. Dissagreements can be made by discussing a person's writings. This is just the art of rhetoric.

Rhetoric Info

While surfing the web for rhetocial knowledge information,I found this great website you all can use!

http://edurhetor.wordpress.com/about-2/rhetoric/

Rhetorical and Appeals Triangle

English 112 just wouldn't be the same without Professor B's herbal tea!

Critical Reading, Thinking, and Writing (Writing Process)

English 112 has helped bring about many new forms of writing process. In Professor Brandon's class, we covered critical reading, thinking, and writing. We read over some articles and biographies and answered questions. We also wrote back to an audience answering a question Professor had assigned us.

The processes I have learned in this class have been more than just "the writing process." The writing process can be forms of many. Being able to analyze an article is the part of the reading process. Sometimes I go to read an article or a chapter, and I don't quite understand what the author is getting at. This class helped me better my analization skills.

Professor Brandon always made sure we brianstormed and outlined before writing. He was never strict about the paper's "togetherness" or how well the paper was written which made it easier for me to write and ot stress about the paper. Outlining and brainstorming are the two most important things a writer needs to do before beginning his or her paper.

Proofreading is an important step beforfe submitting any type of work in. I have found and will continue to find mistakes in my writing, just like any professional writer. In the beginning of the semester, Professor B had us write down what needs to happen in order for us to be able to write. Quiet environment? Loud, crazy music playing in the background?

In English 112, we weren't really judged or received criticism on our writing assignments. I wish that we did do a little more group work with our writing or classwork. I always want to improve my writing because sometimes I feel like I ramble on and on about little things that it won't get the point across to my reader. In the end, the writing process is a process I will always use when writing papers.

These beautiful ladies have just signed a 40 million dollar contract to have their reality tv show air on "E!" for THREE more years!

Visual of Bubbl.us

Oral Communication

Oral communication skills are a must and learning how to use them when put in certain situations where you may not feel comfortable with the environment you’re in is even more of a must. This is where my listening skills come into play as well. I have participated in peer reviews and many interactive discussions with my classmates. In doing so, I’ve learned how to act and communicate when and if put in an awkward type of situation.

Not only have I learned communication and listening skills with my classmates, but also how to stand when talking to someone. Believe it or not, posture does make a difference when communicating with somebody. A person’s posture can give the other person a wrong impression. A person can think you’re lazy, bored, or not really listening to what they have to say.

When placed in a group discussion, one should always include everyone in their group discussion. Group discussions allow you to interact with more than one person. Listening skills are very important to have when places with other people in a group. Everyone has opinions. Everyone has different topics that interest them more. I have learned to accept people's thoughts and ways of how they feel about a particular topic in our discussion.

Oral communcation skills have helped out the ones who used to be really shy coming in to English 112. These skills have taught them to come out of their shell and speak in ways they never thought they could. Learning all these useful techniques have made it easier for me when presenting a project or paper in one of my classes.

I now feel more comfortable interacting with my peers. I will take every skill I have learned in English 112 and use out in the real world. Oral communication skills are a must when dealing with professional people and businesses. You should always enjoy yourself when speaking to an audience!

Digital Technology in ENG 112

        Using technology has made a huge impact in my education. My English 112 class has taught me to take risks by incorporating more use of technology in my assignments. In using digital technology, I have learned how to communicate with others besides speaking, such as blogging and using Google documents.

Blogging is a means of communication. In English 112, I have learned how to make my very own blog. I have also learned how to view and comment on other peoples blogs. I have gained a lot of knowledge on creating blogs and what one can input into a blog. I didn't know making a blog could be so easy. Creating your own blog takes a few steps and is not time consuming at all!

 Blogs can have any type of writings or thoughts one might want to share with the world. There are no rules to what a blog can or can't include. My blog consists of information on how one can be less of a procrastinator. I have also taken some information through another form of technology, a Google document, and have shared some of that information in my blog.

Google documents is just another online document. You can use Google documents to publish any type of work. Google documents can be created more than once. I have noticed that Google documents help college students become more organized. Using a Google document can help a person keep up with their assignments, which then makes it easier to stay on task.

These forms of technology are all that I have taken with me in my English 112 class. I used to not have very much knowledge in computer work/technology, but being introduced to blogs and Google documents has given me a better understanding. Hopefully we will get to learn about more forms of technology in class!

Notes on Procrastination

Research Topic: Procrastination

Research Question: What can I do to prevent my procrastination? (2 April, 11AM)

Definition- In psychology, procrastination refers to the act of replacing high-priority actions with tasks of lower priority, or doing something from which one derives enjoyment, and thus putting off important tasks to a later time.

-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Procrastination

Answer Question: One thing that can prevent procrastination is completing your assigned tasks and assignments right when you receive them. Do not wait until the last minute to do it. Doing so will cause stress and make it more difficult to complete everything perfectly.

In order to prevent procrastination one must be motivated!

-Motivation is a term that refers to a process that elicits, controls, and sustains certain behaviors. Motivation is a group of phenomena which affect the nature of an individual's behaviour, the strength of the behaviour, and the persistence of the behavior.

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