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English 2010
Fall 2017
In taking Intermediate English I have learned the importance of audience and purpose. I
have also learned how to take a problem, analyze and research it, and then propose a solution.
I learned something from each genre piece and the corresponding lessons teaching how to
write a specific paper. From the Report I learned how to convey information that my intended
audience should find accurate, credible, and reasonably comprehensive. From the Profile I
learned how to effectively describe interesting people, their significance, and their contributions;
focusing on the person as a representative of a larger issue. The Causal Argument taught me how
to identify the causes and or possible consequences of an issue, and take a strong causal position.
The Proposed Solution taught me how to present a problem with a clear solution backed with key
supporting points and organized evidence so as to present a persuasive and informative paper
In each assignment I thought about its purpose and who my audience was, their values,
beliefs, and needs. Knowing your purpose and your audience is important to present your
It was beneficial to developing my writing since the structure is very methodical and effective. It
is a well formatted argumentative structure that could be used with any problem whether in
writing or speaking. I started with an introduction to technology addiction and examined the
causes and effects and contains the thesis. Second, the background context helped the audience
understand the issue. Next, evidence is presented to support the thesis and causes of technology
addiction. After this is the counter argument where I was able to look at the issue from a
different perspective and find its flaws. Lastly, ending with a conclusion that reiterates the key
points.
The skills I have learned in this class are also applicable to other general education
courses and to everyday communication. This semester I have written informative, position, and
analysis papers for my Humanities and American Civilizations classes. General education classes
knowledge of general things that I won't go into depth in like those pertaining to my intended
major of business management. In all of the general education classes I have taken, each requires