Dear Mrs. Cline,
I have to admit this class has challenged me in many ways. I have had to write in styles and over subjects that I am new to and not very fond of. Poems for one thing, I have never been a fan of, frankly because I don’t understand them. This also happens to be the first time I had to write a literary analysis essay. Although I had hope to have done better, I found it helpful because I now see ( a little late) where I need to progress. I had difficulty understanding what I was doing wrong. I have to say it makes a BIG difference to have someone, who is also taking an English class, read my essay out loud. I found that whenever I was reading my own paper out loud I was correcting my mistakes as I read. I also realized that I had to many distractions around, and I know it effected my work. Three kids running around screaming, it tends to make it hard to concentrate. I found that I was rushing to get my work done and turned in. I was determined to improve on this last essay, so I had to make changes and moved the time for this class. It is easier to focus after everyone has gone to bed. So I am sure you will be surprised this assignment was done early. Thank goodness for online classes! I hope with each assignment I improve, not only because I would love a good grade, but also because I need to have these writing skills, especially in the field I am pursuing. As for the readings we have been given, I stick firm to my dislike of poems, however, I will say I did enjoy reading Frankenstein. I have heard the story and have seen clips from the movies, I mean who hasn’t? To actually read the book, and see how Frankenstein is still around after a century, and the many arguments that surrounds the novel. It was pretty interesting. I am new to analysis I have written persuasive papers and such and I assumed this would be similar. I was wrong. With this type of essay, we must really look at every aspect in the writing. The tone, format, language. It is a critical process. Looking at the final project it is time to step things up. I need to take what I have learned so far and show, not only to you, but to myself that I am able to successfully complete a well organized written paper. I hope to improve on creating a well thought out thesis, and of course improve on my revising and proofreading skills. I also hope to improve on managing my time since I realized I need it for these assignments.
Sincerely, Zareth Martinez
I too have had a hard time with literary analysis. It is not the easiest thing when like me I would rather see a poem or reading for what the author intended. Just keep going, I know you'll do great! Good luck on the homestretch!!
ReplyDeleteLike you, I have never been a big fan of poems, but this class has helped me understand them better. I also agree with you that reading papers aloud is very helpful when it comes to correcting and strengthening them. Like you, I have a better time concentrating on assignments at night, during the day there just seem to be too many distractions.
ReplyDeleteI'm right there with you on the poems and the literary analysis. They both were a tough area for me this semester but I have learned a lot from my peers and our teacher. I had a time management issue as well. I have a 3 year old running around plus 3 other classes that I'm doing on top of this. For some odd reason I thought that this was going to be easy for me and I wouldn't have to put that much time into it, man was I wrong! I figured out my plan too and I'm glad that you were able to as well!! I know you'll do great now that you've fixed the time/distraction area and figured out the analysis too. Can't wait to read more of what you have to say!!
ReplyDeleteI feel your pain, I have two kids that constantly the center of my attention. After the go to bed, that is when I start burning the midnight oil. Just hang in there, your doing great. You made it this far and most of it is down hill now. Your right, this class is not just for a grade, but a way to improve our skills. Skills that can help us towards our careers.
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