Name_FullName:

Michelle Bishop english online 101

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gained

It was apparent, quite apparent, that my self evaluation of being a terrible writer was well deserved at the begining of this class. I now understand that writing is a process that entails both free-flowing creativity, yet must be governed by rules. And once these rules are learned, the creative side tends to get even more creative.

3_items

I am not a very good typist. I will never quit. And writing can be fun if you let it.

improved_most

proudest_of

The online class seemed an easy answer to a time constrictive schedule. Yet it actually involved more time that my other classes. I hope it wasn't apparent in my work. Yet it ended up being the most rewarding because I juggled many things and finished. This I am quite proud of. Quite a lesson when I think of the juggling that lies ahead of me.

student_advice

contributed

I hope my writing was encouragement to other students. Either in the sense that they felt tons better than me or maybe the slight chance that they looked up to my writing. Either way, I hope a little of my personality shone through.

which_grade

Very tricky question. I gave all I had. I was fairly impressed with most of my writings. Ah, what the, of course I deserve an A.

Question

I know this was a difficult quarter for you. Yet you still always answered my e-mails and I learned alot. Thank you!

Name_FullName:

Amber Leslie English 101 online

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3

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5

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As a writer I think that I have gained a better ability to organize and put my thoughts on paper. I feel I am getting better at formating my papers so you can actually read it, but I still struggle at times with my spelling and punctuation if I didn't have spell check I don't know what I would do!!

3_items

improved_most

I think I have improved the most in formating the different papers we have written and citing them. I think I need to improve in everything I have learned this quarter by just keep practicing what I have learned and writting correctly.

proudest_of

student_advice

If I could give myself some advice as a writer it would be to when you have an assignment to not get so uptight about what I am writing and just write.

contributed

I think this is a hard question since it was an internet class. I do think I tried to help my fellow students by editing all the papers and the assignments that they had sent to me.

which_grade

I would give myself a B maybe, I really worked hard on getting all the assignments in and making sure I peer edited everyone elses papers they had sent me but I did struggle with a couple of the assigments at the end of the quarter.

Question

I thought the class was fine, my major concern is the communication. I think that if nothing else I needed my questions answered about assigments or things that were incorrect on the website. Even though, I know you had other things going on our assigments and things were still due. I know this was a hard quarter for you, just more communication. I also want to say I did not like the 3 hour in class meetings, I am taking an online class because I do not have time to come in for 3 hours and do something I could have done online.

Name_FullName:

Nick Hagarty, Online English 101-Dr. Jan Strever

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5

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5

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gained

Well, first off Jan has given me a newly acquired confidence in my writing. I have never viewed myself as a good writer because I feel that there is always something that you can improve upon, and that to me is a feeling of unsatisfaction. A couple of times this quarter when I sat down to write, I felt like I hit a groove and that nothing could bog me down, and that is an incredible feeling. But the majority of the other times I felt like I couldn't convey my thoughts onto paper the way they were assembled in my head. This is not a good feeling and every sentence is a struggle. I believe that my brainstorming and entire writing process in itslef has improved over the course of the quarter. I still need to work on not procrastinating, and to allow myself enough time for my brain to do the process needed for good writing.

3_items

improved_most

I believe that my creativity level has matured throughout the quarter. I am starting to not fear the unknown and the whole "no boundaries" idea. I have always been the kind of guy who likes to have answers, givens, and guidelines. When I write, there should be nothing that I should fear. Mostly I think that the fear is generated from the knowledge that good writing cannot be done fast, and that there is a process which takes time and effort to produce the final "masterpicece". I also believe that my thinking and prewriting processes have improved, which also takes time and shouldn't be rushed. I still need to work further upon my brainstorming processes and to know that my first draft doesn't have to be perfect. It's okay to delete, add, and expand my writing and ideas. Patience is always something that I could improve upon. Sometimes I tend to summarize rather than "explore" ideas or characters, and I need to stay away from "you, your, their,etc." because as Jan says, "Words like these are empty and do not further your idea or topic."

proudest_of

When I wasn't procrastinating, and I sat down to write, I honestly gave it my all. I don't think, besides once or twice, I didn't give a 100% of my effort. Sometimes you don't end at the spot that you hoped or intended, but the proud moment for me is when I know that I took the time and effort to really try and get through it, and that I gave it a shot at being something great. Some people get overwhelmed and give up without trying, but once you try and struggle through a writing than that is where my pride comes from. Sometimes I don't care whether or not it will recieve a good grade, I am just proud of myself for getting through it! My favortie story that I wrote was the fishing one. I poured my heart and soul into that paper!

student_advice

RELAX, RELAX, RELAX!!! Too many times I get so nervous about an assignment and worry about picking a topic, that I waste valuable time and forget the real reason for being in college: to better myself. Don't worry that there are "no boundaries" because if you are happy with the effort you put in and feel that you did your best than those should be your boundaries. Not everyone has what it takes to be a good writer, but why should that scare you. As long as you are self-fulfilled with the effort you put forth than you should not be worried about anything ele. Do not worry about the "unknown"; create it, it won't be unknown after that(I thought you might like this sentence Jan:-))! Lastly, do not be scared of what you might discover in yourself; recognize it and embrace it!

contributed

I feel that I contributed a sense of "rebelliousness" when I wrote. I hate sticking to exact guidelines when it comes to writing, because I know how boring a paper can be to read without some creativity. I think that I gave good feedback to my peers, but I still have trouble giving criticism because I am only a peer and I am learning myself and that sometimes I honestly can't tell if what I have to say is going to help. Sometimes I cannot discern whether a paper is considered a good paper or that it needs improvement. I usually look at the effort they put forth and if they spent some time in their writing process. I believe I was pretty honest.

which_grade

I believe that I would give myself an "A-" for effort, because I can always put forth a little more effort than I did, but I did really try and this was not an easy class for me. But then the next question is, "When is enough effort really enough?" I'm not sure! I would probably give myself an "A-" for the quality of my essays and assignments. I did have a few papers that were not powerful and organizationally a little disastrous. But, I will take anything that Jan will give me!:-)

Question

As I have stated many times, writing has always been difficult for me. Jan's class helped me in seeing that I am pretty good writer and that I have a different "writing style" than most. This class was definitely not easy, and I was up many times till 2 or 3 in the morning. I will agree that at the beginning I was pretty confused about everything, but I am now looking back at it, and it wasn't that big of a deal in the whole scheme of things. I don't know how many times I can say that I appreciate Jan's understanding of how hectic and tiring life is, she experiences it daily firthand. And to that I would like to tell her THANK YOU! She is one of the few teachers that I have had that actually cares about the students feelings and how she does whatever is possible to help or give advice to those needing her help. Jan gave me confidence in my writing, and that is unrepayable. I hope that she knows that she is a very unique inidivual, and many times I worked my hardest so that I wouldn't disappoint her, and for that I believe the time and effort I put forth was definitely worth it. Jan was very personal in all the feedback she gave, and that helped me immensely. I hope that life gets easier and less stressful for her than how it has been this quarter. I'm not going to lie, I am a little relieved at completing her class, but I will also miss it and am very proud of myself for putting forth the effort that I did. Jan acted as a teacher and also a friend and mentor and I will not forget her honesty and understanding any time soon! Jan is an amazing person and model teacher, and I hope everyone else sees this as well!

Name_FullName:

Jerry W. Perkins (jerrywperkins@comcast.net) English 101-Online

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4

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5

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3

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2

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4

gained

I have made some progress in how I should structure paragraphs, how I should use transitions, and I have gained the ability to follow a theme. I still ramble in some of my writings by being ambiguous or leaving out details that I assume the reader already knows. One of the major weaknesses that I must overcome for my next writing class is to consider the reader from the perspective that the reader is not me. I still find that I write over the head of the reader because I write in a manner that I understand instead of in a method that my audience will understand.

3_items

The three most important items that I learned this quarter included taking the time to read what I had written, correcting obvious grammar issues, and re-reading the paper at least one more time. I noticed from the very first time that I had actually read one of my papers that I had completely confused the by swapping words and from common typos. Even when I went back and corrected it, I still found swapped words or sentence structures that did not flow well together or lacked transitions. I may not be the best author, but I hope that my thoughts are a little easier for others to understand now.

improved_most

proudest_of

I believe that I wrote some interesting essays and journal articles from the reading that I completed. Although I do not read newspapers, I was able to find a variety of articles outside of my typical reading preferences from several magazines. I felt that I was able to infuse my thoughts, experience, and wit into some of the articles and may have inspired someone to read the articles and interpret the stories for themselves. This is the area that I am proudest of because it allowed me the freedom to be creative.

student_advice

contributed

I feel that I provided the class with some intelligent and thought provoking wit or humor. Although critical in some areas, I tried to soften my attitude with a few twists of phrase that hopefully added a smile or brightened someone’s day. I strive to change the image that science majors are all boring, white coated laboratory types that never have any fun.

which_grade

If I were asked to grade myself in English 101, I would issue a grade of B for above average work. I completed all of the assignments, essays, and papers that were required and I made good marks on all of them. I struggle with consistencies in my use of MLA rules, I have left titles off of essays, and I still use non-specific pronouns. The only good news is that I have learned a wealth of material that I can apply to other classes so the benefit of this class will outweigh the actual grade received in the larger picture of my academic career.

Question

I am sorry that this was not your quarter. I have read some of your on-line poetry works and think that I could have made some good strides forward in my writing style if I had had the opportunity of your "A" game. But as you so truly pointed out, "However, I know those things happen even at the best of times." To that I would only have to say that they happen to the best of people as well and for reasons that we may never understand.

Name_FullName:

Shannon Sabins-English 101 Online

level_difficulty:

2

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5

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4

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2

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3

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gained

In this class, I have learned how to write at the college level. Writing has always been a nauseating experience for me. I now know this has much to do with lack of knowledge. Some of the strengths that I have now, that I did not previously possess, is the ability to brainstorm and organize my thoughts better. You would think after working in education for quite some time, I would have a good handle on the basic writing process. I went into this class thinking I had little to learn and emerged surprised by how much lacked. Some of my weaknessess I still need to work on are using phrases in my writing such as, that is, when it, and others like it. I have had the habit of adding fluff words to my work and still have to work in this area.

3_items

I will walk away from this class knowing that I have the control to educate myself in areas I am weak, thus making writing a more enjoyable experience. I also learned that my disorganization of my writing skills is indicative of the rest of my life and I need to work on organization everywhere! One of the most important things I have learned about myself is when I apply myself to something and work at it, I can be successful. Some of the projects were very difficult for me and overcoming those obstacles has been very satisfying in this class.

improved_most

proudest_of

I feel most proud of my development in essays. Again, I go back to my greatest weakness: organization. I am amazed when I look at my first rough and final draft essays and my current ones. Of course there is still room for improvement. I plan on taking English 201 to further develop my writing capabilities. I guess, what I am really most proud of is being able to learn many new things in one class. We should be very grateful for the priviledge to learn that which we do not know.

student_advice

contributed

The contribution I have made in class came in the form of encouragement. That is a strength I can offer wherever I go. When others felt their work stunk, I could pull out the good things in their work and show them what they did right. This ability comes from working with children and developing self esteem with positive statements about them.

which_grade

I would give myself a A. I believe I worked hard to learn all of the things that were taught and contributed to the class in every possible way. I have met personally with others in the class to further develop my abilities and have learned much from other's strengths and weaknesses in their writing. I cannot say that every assignment I turned in was to the best of my ability, but it was a good balance for a single mom, working part time and attending school full time. I am proud of myself and the positive model I have become for my kids by educating myself.

Question

Thank you, Jan for the opportunity to grasp an important element in successful college education. I am now more equipped for other classes!

Name_FullName:

April Pfeifer English 101 online

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5

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gained

How to be able to do cited work, and how to evaluate not only my writing but others are strengths I have gained. I still need to learn more how to put my word onto paper, and watch out for run-ons are still some of my weakness.

3_items

That I can come up with great ideals for an essay, and that I like doing the research for them.

improved_most

You know, I don't really know exactly were I improved or what I really need to improve

proudest_of

I really like all the journal essay's I did, because it made me read the newpaper more, and I learned a lot of interesting things that I learned from.

student_advice

Take my time, and do great research, read it out loud to myself, and give myself plently of time to write it.

contributed

Just being able to write about things that meant something.

which_grade

I would give myself a b-

Question

Name_FullName:

Brooks Hays- Online English 101

level_difficulty:

2

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4

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3

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gained

In this class I have learned about how to communicate with all people. When I used to write, I would focus on being able to always find the best word for my work. When I say best word I mea the word that is the most specific to whatever I am writing on, and a lot of times people have trouble understanding those words. For that reason I have learned that it is ok to use very simple english in any work that I may do. I need to improve a bit on structure. I usually do, write, and put things together however I want. This is not a good idea, in the fact that there are certain guidelines and formats that your work are supposed to be in. I will continue to study this, and feel that I have a jumpstart on getting better at it now that I have completed this course.

3_items

1.That I can be a powerful writer. 2.I am prepared and able to do college level classes. 3.My vocabulary is comparable to any college student's.

improved_most

I have improved the most in learning how to write a very effective paper to generally any audience. I still need to improve the most on putting my essays together, and getting all of those pieces of the essay in the correct form.

proudest_of

I feel the best about the papers that I wrote.

student_advice

To take my time, and concentrate constantly whenever I am writing a piece of work.

contributed

I feel I contributed some humor, and maybe a little food for thought.

which_grade

I would give myself a B. I have written, what I feel are really good papers, and The only thing that I ever came up short on were all of the works cited I should have added in, but to be honest I usually just sit down, write my essay, and am done.

Question

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