Looking back to where I've started, my English writing and my ability to deeply analyze writing has greatly improved. The first day of English began with no prior knowledge in the different varieties of essays. Also, I was never expected to analyze a quote, in Sophmore English a quote was just highlighting a point without analyzing it. Throughout Junior English, I began picking up the stylistic choices that I placed in the back of my head Freshman year, and began noticing how the author's stylistic choices effect their writing. By picking up the stylistic choices, I could make deeper analysis and make stronger thesis statements. Also, the IOP has strengthened me as a person, because of how stressful and difficult the IOP was. The IOP pushed the students to want to reach perfection because they had to read their essay to the class. I also liked the cultural presentations because I feel a little more comfortable presenting information in front the class.
I see myself with alot more knowledge starting into Senior English, than I did starting into Junior English. By knowing the varieties of essays, knowing how to analysize, and being comfortable presenting in front of the class, I know I will be more successful in Senior English. I believe Junior English was that big step in writing for Juniors, and it will pay off next year. I just want to say, thank you Ms. Townzen for all of the writing tips, pushing us Juniors hard for success, and making sure all of us improve our writing.
