Entry #10 - What did I Learn in this Course?

 

What did I Learn in this Course?

Composition I has been one of my favorite courses at university. Despite writing at an advanced level and taking great care of my grammar for years, I realized I had a lot to learn. Text is not just a form of expression; rather, it is an artful representation of our thoughts, and as art, it is crucial to master the techniques that allow us to impress our readers. In this course, I learned the importance of outlining and adequate essay structure.

One of my biggest challenges before taking Composition I was logically organizing my ideas. However, once I learned about outlining and applied it to both paragraphs and whole essays, my writing improved drastically. This technique has been of immense help, as using it has allowed me to write more coherent texts where my points are communicated appropriately. Before taking this course, my essays contained a lot of information that could have been trimmed down had I known how to outline. Now, I write more confidently thanks to this technique.

Another thing I learned in Composition I is the proper essay structure. Along with outlining, a well-structured essay not only looks good but is also enjoyable to read and easy to remember. Setting a specific number of paragraphs based on my main ideas helps make my texts clearer and more concise. My writing has improved more than ever since I learned how to structure an essay adequately.

Overall, Composition I was a fantastic experience that I will remember for years to come. Although I had an excellent writing style before taking this course, I learned to refine my technique, and I will forever be grateful for participating in Mr. Zeledón’s class. Now, as the end of the quarter approaches, I can only hope Composition II brings even more enlightenment to my writing.



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