What I Learned

 

Steven Lingerfelt

English 102

Professor Brady

 

What I Learned

 

            From my time in English 102, Literature for the soul, I learned how to better write about complex ideas such as postmodernism. Prior to this class I have taken several 300 level writing courses but even those could not explain writing as simply as Professor Brady did. As the semester continued, I noticed that my writing improved in my connections between two unlike things. By thinking outside of the box more I can better connect things even outside of my life and in my work. My grammar also improved this semester as I found myself trying to “one up” the first word that comes to mind.

 

            I also feel that my writing has improved regarding my reporting in my personal job. Typically, I write 1 to 2 reports a day regarding theft, fights, or any other issue that may come up in a grocery store. In these reports I am often told not to include my personal opinions but often slipped and included words such as “I believe” as apposed to “I suspect”. By taking this class I noticed that I would catch myself as I was using opinionated language. This will continue to grow and assist me as I strive to get a career in policing. Within the next 5 years as previously mentioned I would like to be in policing and this class will still be assisting me in the further development of my writing.