Reflection Essay
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Nov 24, 2024
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Running Head: REFLECTION ESSAY
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Reflection Essay
Justification for my decision to include particular feedback of my position in the essay
I realized the importance of slowing down and taking time to gear my efforts towards the
only the necessary information in my essay. I used feedback one that stressed the significance of
identifying three main themes that will be expanded into related body paragraphs and being
prepared to refute potential competing viewpoints. This feedback made me take more time to
search for resources to back up the three key points. Hence, it made my argument more
convincing
.
More so, the feedback acts as a valuable tool in improving the effectiveness of my
essay.
The decisions I selected for my essay based on comments regarding the examination of my
issue
I received various feedback from my classmates. At the start, when writing, the ideas
appeared vague. I did not correctly identify the three main points, which will be expanded upon
in the body paragraphs that follow and used to refute any potential dissenting opinions.
Therefore, I had to narrow down my scope of ideas in relation to feedback one. After
incorporating this feedback, it made my essay more refined based on the argument, and the flow
of ideas from one paragraph to another improved.
How I adapted feedback to support or modify my initial direction
The various feedback was essential in making not only changes but also supporting my
argument in the essay. For example, feedback two stating that “Each main point would be in the
form of a topic sentence included at the very beginning of a respective body paragraph.”
West et
al., (2019)
explains that feedback helps in refining and clarifying a thesis statement, main
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arguments, supporting ideas, and conclusion. Therefore, my essay appeared more coherent and
consistent.
The decisions I made about source integration after receiving feedback
In source integration, the comments mentioned that I should incorporate my in-text
citations inside my paragraphs as opposed to at the end of the paragraph. More so, I need to
comment on the in-text citation to create a smooth flow of ideas between my paragraphs. This
made my argument more established. Through resource integration, the challenges I identified
assisted in the development of a counter-argument, showing that I considered different sides of
the issues depending on the sources I used.
How I adjusted or reinforced my original direction based on feedback
The different comments received acted as the most potent and variable tool in
comprehending my thesis statement towards improving my proficiency. The positive and
negative comments and praise relating to my argument, enabled me to not only make changes in
my original direction but also create robust support for my argument. For example, the
importance of being ready to disprove potential opposing views in feedback one. From this
feedback, I identified that there were different arguments from mine that I could use to make my
argument strong. Therefore, I used this feedback to identify counterarguments to help me stick to
my initial direction.
The writing techniques that, given my goal, audience and topic, best supported
my argument
One strategy I adopted was avoiding logical fallacies. Clear and logical reasoning is
required for a compelling argument (Hirvela & Belcher, 2021). I was so anxious to argue for an
opinion that I made false or illogical claims by mistake (or on purpose) to illustrate my point.
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Exposing frequent logical fallacies and avoiding logical fallacies aided me in searching for and
avoiding unclear thinking. More so, I took the feedback positively by answering the objections.
It helped me realize that responding to reader criticism enhances rather than weakens my
argument. I also strived to appeal to the audience using different rhetorical appeals. Hirvela &
Belcher (2021) identifies different ethos in essay writing. The logos appeal was essential for
providing reasoning and critical thinking to back up my argument. The ethos appeal built trust
through the citation of reliable sources and the use of factual evidence.
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References
Hirvela, A. R., Belcher, D. (2021). Argumentative Writing in a Second Language: Perspectives
on Research and Pedagogy. United States: University of Michigan Press.
West, H., Malcolm, G., Keywood, S., & Hill, J. (2019). Writing a successful essay.
Journal of
Geography in Higher Education
,
43
(4), 609-617.