- My final thesis statement was: Social media has its benefits, however, its excessive usage desensitizes, causes personal communication deficiencies, and negates the ability to recognize social cues. I feel like my thesis is concise and has specific ideas. It could have more pizazz and be more detailed.
- I learned that I tend to ramble on in my writing. This essay prompt helped me figure out how to be specific in my writing (i.e using quotes to help my specific ideas). I wanted to create an essay that had my thoughts and voice but also used the pieces I was given. My writing process was also kind of sporadic. I moved all over the place with my thoughts and feelings.
- I focused on explaining my quotes more. Gracie (in our meeting) told me to focus on explaining things a little bit more. After that meeting, I felt like I had the tools to revise my essay. I added connector sentences and explained my quotes a little bit more.
- I think I will make a larger outline for Paper 2. My outline was kind of hasty and didn’t have a lot of detail. With more detail in my outline I think it will be easier to start my paper. It was kind of difficult to start my paper last time as I wanted everything to be perfect. I have to realize that a rough draft is supposed to be rough.
