Final Reflection

At the beginning of the quarter, I really did not know what to expect from this class. When I thought about improving my writing, I thought of somewhat minor aspects, such as grammar. I did not think the very foundation of my expression of ideas would change. I did not realize the overhaul that my writing would need in order to succeed at the college level. I had never heard of “academic writing” before. Like I wrote in my first blog entry, I still think I am a work in progress. Although now the way I am trying to improve myself is completely different from the past. Going forward, one of them main aspects of my writing I still think I need to improve is my academic tone. This includes refraining from using empty adjectives. I need to come off as more professional and less sensationalistic. If nothing else, this course has pointed me in the right direction towards whom I wish to become as a writer.