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Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Reflection – Oct. 23 - Test #2 - Sec. 11
Discuss your thoughts on taking Test #2. Were you prepared for it? If so, what strategies did you use as part of your preparation? If you were not prepared for it, what will you do next time to ensure that you do well on the test? In addition, discuss your thoughts of today's activities.
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Today we went over our test #2 essay and self-reflection midterm. The assignments were pretty simple because I was prepared for it using Dr. Rivera's steps to writing better papers. The student's refections were fascinating because I learned more about their thoughts about this class. Overall, today was a chill and educating day. Si Yu'us Ma'ase.
ReplyDeleteI agree, it's interesting hearing our classmates stories. Test #2 was very simple and an easy essay to write.
DeleteI agree, I love hearing our classmates talk about their essays. It helps us get to know each other better.
DeleteI love hearing others share their essay because we learn a little more about themselves through their essay.
DeleteToday was actually very interesting. I loved how everyone is very open with each other.
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DeleteI love test two: the narrative essay. I was prepared for it. I found that it was easy because I was literally talking about my experience. I used the writing process for the narrative essay. The writing process is really helpful when it comes to writing essays. That was another thing that helped prepare me for test two. In class, we shared our topics, thesis statements, and our midterm self reflection. After we shared our essays, we then finished class with writing in our blog.
ReplyDeleteToday's class was fun. The writing stages really help when preparing to write your essay.
DeleteTest two was really easy. To be honest, I started the paper last night and completed it.
DeleteI agree that the narrative essay was easier to write because it is your own experience and there isn't much limits to what you can write.
DeleteI think this test was a lot easier because we can take ideas from writing the previous descriptive essay. The writing process did help a lot =)
DeleteTodays class was fun! I really enjoy writing blogs, and eating.
DeleteYes this was actually very easy. I like test days because those days seem much more fun.
DeleteGoing through the writing process really is helpful. It avoids me from stressing about writer's block.
DeleteTest #2 was a lot easier to write than test #1. I was prepared for test #2 and I knew what I was going to write about. As usual I used the three stages of writing and it helped me organize my ideas. I enjoy hearing people talk about their essay and the different experiences they've had.
ReplyDeleteTrue, test two came easier than the descriptive essay. I guess it was easy because we literally talked about our experience.
DeleteTest #1 took a longer thought process for me than test #2. You're right I, too, also thought the test was much easier.
DeleteTest #2 was a lot easier to write about. I also enjoy hearing the different experiences of our peers through their essays.
DeleteAgreed. Test #2 was much easier. Maybe it's because we're getting the hang of the writing process.
DeleteYes, I really used the 3 stages of writing. They all helped me
DeleteI used clustering as a free write.
DeleteI agree, this test was definitely easy. We can also write better on this test because it was like we got into it more than the other test.
DeleteTest #2 was definitely easier for me to write because I got to talk about my experience. All the ideas of what wanted to talk about were so easy for me to write.
DeleteFor today’s test I was prepared because I had a great time doing the test. It was kind of similar to our first test but even better. I felt like it was much more fun doing this test. The test may consist of your five senses. Overall, we all shared our tests and I really liked how some of us read the whole things or even just the first paragraph.
ReplyDeleteHopefully our next test essay will be as good as this test. I was also prepared for the test and enjoyed narrating about a topic.
DeleteI agree, this test was more enjoyable to write than test #1. I too was prepared to write this test.
DeleteOur previous test did help with composing this essay. I also think that this test was much more enjoyable than the previous =)
DeleteIm gonna be prepared for next test for sure.
DeleteI think my Test #2 was an improvement from my Test #1. This time, I printed out the right essay. On the previous essay, I mistakenly printed out my rough draft. I believe that I was better prepared for Test #2, but I know that I can improve on my next essay. Today we shared parts of our Narrative essay, and our midterm self-reflection.
ReplyDeleteOverall, hearing everyone who shared their essays made me appreciate the learning environment that we have.
I enjoyed peer reviewing your essay! I hope you get a well deserved grade on it!
DeleteI appreciated those who shared their essays as well. It is funny that you printed your rough draft instead of your final draft. Thank god that you didn't make the same mistake lol.
DeleteI forgot to bring my rough drafts to class today, but i had my stages of writing and my final. I think my writing is getting better, but I still need more practice.
DeleteI really wished you shared your essay but I agree I love the learning environment. Everyone is so motivated to come to class and I think its because we always have a good time and class is fun.
DeleteI agree about Test #2. It was an improvement for me because I was able to pull a personal experience but I can still do better.
DeleteI also started appreciating things hearing other people's essay!!
DeleteI know I can improve on my essay too, I loved hearing everyone else's essays too.
DeleteToday’s session was filled with enlightened readings of narrative essays and midterm reflections. I enjoyed listening to the topics and experiences that people have had. I have to admit that it was fun and much easier to tell a story. Utilizing the writing process helped me finish my essays on time as well. I cannot wait for the next test!
ReplyDeleteI also enjoy hearing about our peers experiences and topics. It was "fun" peer reviewing your essay as well =)
DeleteI agree, I enjoyed listening to our classmates present their essays. I feel like I've known most of our classmates for a while.
DeleteToday's class was wonderful! I got to hear a bits and pieces of what some people wrote for Test 2, while others were generous and shared their entire stories. I enjoy writing narratives because I think it's easy to write about your personal experience. I found the Mid Term to be a bit difficult but the guidelines laid out on the website helped me formulate what to write.
ReplyDeleteThe midterm was difficult to write for me as well. I wish you shared your experience with the class! I would really want to hear about your life-changing experience.
DeleteI totally agree about the narrative. It is personal that is why it is easier to write unlike the mid-term which was a bit challenging to write. Even if the mid-term was a self-reflection, it was more difficult.
DeleteIt really is easy to write about a personal experience.
DeleteIt was a bit difficult but due to the stages it got easier. I loved your story!
DeleteHaving the guidelines posted helped me out too!
DeleteI love today’s activities. We shared the essays, both the narrative and the mid-term. I enjoy hearing people share because we learn a little about themselves through their paper. I’m sure not everyone knows each other and these tests given helps us learn a little more about them. But in all honesty, the mid-term threw me off because I was more focused on writing my narrative essay. Overall, it was a good day.
ReplyDeleteTrue, the midterm paper was such a last minute thing. I was so focused on my narrative. Thank goodness we both finished on time! By the way, I love your essay!
DeleteI too enjoy listening to people present
DeleteI was totes thrown off with the midterm. I hope mine is ok too.
DeleteThe midterm self-reflection also threw me off!
DeleteAs for Test #2, I can say that I was not prepared for it. With most of my classes assigning midterm assignments and essay, I was stressing out which one to do first. Fortunately, I was able to do all of them to the best of my abilities, including the Test #2: Narrative Essay and Midterm Reflection.
ReplyDeleteFor the first stage of the essay, I did the listing and outlining of events. For the next essay, hopefully, I have learned my lesson and not put-off the take home tests.
During class today, the class shared the topic and thesis of their essays and also what they learned after writing the essay. I thought that all of the essays are very interesting because of how their experiences range from something negative to something positive.
I admit that I probably was not partially prepared for it as well.
DeleteI really agree with you on the midterms! I actually have a 8 page reflection due today for sociology, as well. This week has been the toughest and most stressful for me. I'm glad that someone feels the same way. Sorry I couldn't give you a good peer review.
DeleteI liked your topic! I always get a rush when I ride a roller coaster. The adrenaline helps with the fear of falling. Hearing about your story made me flashback to a summer of fun.
DeleteTaking Test #2 was fun. It let me remember all the fun things I went through in the past, and it let me re-live them in my mind. While I was thinking of a topic, I thought of everything that I was able to write about. Jumping through thoughts in my mind just trying to find something solid to write about. I was a little nervous while presenting, but it really was just a minor thing. I love test days.
ReplyDeleteWriting about an event in our lives definitely can bring back good memories! I enjoyed your snowboarding intro!
DeleteSame here. Although mine wasn't such a good experience, it definitely reminds me to be careful. I love test days as well! Its like story time!
DeleteAlthough it was just a minor thing, I was a bit nervous too. Your trip to Korea sounds like it was a blast!
DeleteTest #2 was quite quite simple to construct. I was just typing away and my fingers began to hurt. This was a first because i normally do not have fluid writing skills. I hope the next test will be as fun to write.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree about constructing Test #2. It was easy and fun to write.
DeleteNarrative essay definitely is much easier because it is like a story telling to others.
DeleteToday's class consisted of Test# 2 & our Mid-term Reflection. I was having a rough morning and I was not so prepared for the day. I enjoyed listening to everyone's essays. They are all unique and interesting. Other than my rough morning, I enjoyed today's class!
ReplyDeleteI hope your day gets better from here chica! :)
DeleteSame here, haha!
DeleteI was also stressing out about my exams from the previous days so I know how you feel! We should definitely stop procrastinating. xD
DeleteAfter hearing my classmates present their narrative essays, I would say that mine is a bit different. I talk about my experiences and how it relates to qualities such as, motivation, determination and hard work. I was definitely not prepared until today because like the first time, I completed my essay right before class. I really liked listening to the interesting stories that everyone told. It was all unique and different. Good job, guys!
ReplyDeleteSame! I agree I love listening to the unique perspectives of everyone.
DeleteIt was easy to write my narrative essay, however the trouble I had was that I got emotional looking back at this night. I thought I put this much heart into it, I could not stop now. I also did not know whether I was writing it correctly or not. I was prepared for it though. I feel like it was easy to write about being it was a first hand experience. I, like the first essay, used all strategies and steps for writing an essay. I love test days! I love hearing Berlin’s police stories, they give me goosebumps. I loved listening to Iexora’s essay, definitely touched my heart. I get so sappy with those things. Overall, this was a good morning.
ReplyDeleteGreat job on your essay! It is definitely easier to write your experience!
DeleteI had that feeling of doubt, too, like thinking if I did my essay correctly or not. As for me, it was easy thinking of the idea to write about, but writing the essay, itself, was hard because there were so many things I wanted to include but couldn't put them chronologically. That was where outlining helped me. Two tests completed, and now two more remain. One that note, good-luck to us all. :)
DeleteI was in such a rush today. I finished test #2 and the midterm reflection, but as a writer I feel like I wasn't that confident when it came to my midterm self reflection. I did not know it was suppose to be two pages long, so I was in a state where I needed to get it into two, but I ended up writing a whole new midterm self reflection.As for my narrative, I gave the accident that happened with my pinkie.I hoope to do much better with these essays and give myself much more time to write one.
ReplyDelete(HIGHFIVE) I'm so glad you ended up finishing your midterm reflection. When you finished, you were so confident leaving class, so you're awesome. :)
DeleteI was such in a rush too, I didn't have a printer at home so I had to rush to the computer center but I'm glad I finished everything on time. =)
DeleteI was in such a rush too :( I didn't feel as confident in my mid-term as well! I wish I spent more time on it. We can only learn now.
DeleteI really enjoyed todays class and listening to the many different topics for test #2. Furthermore, I love how our English tests consist of just writing essays. It’s less stressful and allows us to take time to perfect our paper. As the days go by, I know that I’ll learn so much in this EN100 class that will give me skills to help me later on in life.
ReplyDeleteSame here, if there was a heavy load of in class assignments, it would be a lot harder to manage. Being able to have that freedom to write is something I never take for granted.
DeleteI strongly agree. EN100 is a step of preparing me for the next level.
DeleteI thought test #2 was fairly easy. Only because writing the narrative essay came naturally. It seriously felt like I was just telling a story to a friend or family member. I prepared myself by taking advantage of stage one. I chose to free write hoping it would get the juices flowing and it worked in my favor.
ReplyDeleteDuring today's activities, everyone had the option to read their narratives. I always get excited when someone is brave enough to read theirs! :D Brings me back to those days in kindergarten when everyone was in awe at whoever is reading. Fun stuff. Now its time to tackle Test #3! >:D
Your essay was interesting. I love the way you read your essay and your tone, it was engaging me.
DeleteI enjoyed your essay about your dog! Keep it up!
DeleteI loved your narrative essay, Ixora! I loved how you described your relationship with your canine companion. With your words, I sensed your closeness.
DeleteNow that Test #3 is coming, good luck to us all. :)
Today's activity was great. It was full of laugh and joy. Everyone did a good job of presenting their narrative essay and midterm self reflection, but I feel like except mine. I was kind of rush for the midterm self reflection because I did not prepare enough and I have so much essays and tests have to finish at the same time. In such as this heavy situation, I don't expect to obtain a good grade but at least pass. However, I still have chance to improve my grade. I definitely will do better in the rest of the semester.
ReplyDeleteI think yours was pretty good! I as well was not prepared, but I definitely need to change that! Hopefully we'll be prepared for Test #3!
DeleteAs much as I regret it, I had to rush my midterm self-reflection and test #2 as well. It was hard because I had to do essays for other classes, too. But I am glad that midterms are in the past and we still have a chance to do better in the future. On that note, good-luck to us all.
DeleteWhen it came down to writing test #2, there were so many things to talk about. My thoughts on the topic was everywhere and it was difficult to put everything together. But I did and I'm glad I got it over with. I loved hearing everyone else's own story, I find them really interesting and it brings a smile to my face =) I like class days like these where we get to share our topics with our classmates..
ReplyDeleteI too, have a difficult time of deciding on what ideas or topics I should write about. I am very indecisive so I know how you feel.
DeleteI felt the same way, too. It was hard for me to put my thoughts in order because in my mind they are just scrambled and everywhere.
ReplyDeleteI know I started my essay in advance with no time to waste, but when it came closer to the date of submission, I made may last minute changes to the essay that it appeared as if I was unprepared. I find it difficult to take life experiences and jot them on paper knowing that there are rules to follow when writing. I'm still at the learning stages and hope that one day I'll be comfortable enough to write effectively with the different techniques. I enjoy listening to people's thoughts written on paper and in conversation.
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