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Reflection Paper

The course has been insightful and furthermore, very helpful to me as a student. Much

has been covered since the first session that has inarguably made me a better student than I was

previously. As a student, writing and communicating effectively are key aspects that are

indispensable, and additionally, critical to all other courses that one undertakes (Hacker &

Sommers, 2017). In addition to this, the writing skills come handy when individuals are carrying

out studies and research in various disciplines. The course has helped in the better understanding

of citing and referencing sources that have been used in one’s work using the American

Psychological Association (APA), and furthermore, the process of finding credible sources that

can be used to support arguments in the discussion. Accordingly, a reflection of the course

outcomes and the advantages of the same have been discussed.

The course contained lots of important information. First, as a student, developing

effective and academic style essays was incorporated to me. This entails the process of using

topic sentences, a good introduction that incorporates a thesis statement and furthermore, a well-

developed body with supporting references. Furthermore, the ability to communicate and

respond to other students works was a skill that has been developed effectively in this course,

and it is palpable that this will be useful throughout my academic life as a student. Academic

writing basics have been well developed and understood, which serves to make me a better

student in writing and communicating ideas.

Better writing and communication in my future assignments has been enhanced. In my

next classes, I will have an easier time in trying to communicate my ideas and more so, in

writing. Additionally, I will be in a position to find credible academic sources that will be used in

supporting my arguments across various subjects that I undertake in my course. Communicating

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flawlessly in my academic essays is an assurance for my future classes. This is so because the

process of writing, editing and revising one’s work were concepts that I gained effectively, and

comes handy in the future writing. Actually, the course outcomes are meant to make life easier

for one as a student.

Communication is a skill that will aid me in my future at home, community and the

workplace. In the workplace, or any situation that one does engage in in the future as a

professional, communication skills are vital, both orally and in writing. As a professional, I will

be able to come up with writings that reflect an adept knowledge of academic writing.

Additionally, the process of communicating and critiquing other peoples work will be an

additional skill that I will be able to apply efficiently (Hacker & Sommers, 2017).

According to Psalm 23, the bible metaphorically refers to God as a shepherd, and

furthermore, includes valuable information that aids a Christian who is in need of inspiration. To

understand this biblical text, critical analysis skills are required so as to figure out the

information that every other verse is trying to put across. Furthermore, as a student, the reading

of this chapter encourages me to better myself and additionally, helps me develop critical

analysis skills that are helpful as a student.

In conclusion, the course has been helpful in the development of effective writing and

communication skills. The course outcomes have made me a better student in terms of gaining

skills of better writing and communication skills. APA style of writing has been clearly

understood, which includes how to cite information in academic papers. Furthermore, the skills

are helpful to me as a student and a future professional in various ways as pointed out in the

discussion.
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References

Hacker, D., & Sommers, N. I. (2017). The Bedford Handbook (10th ed.). St. Martin's.