Reflections

After attending lessons of EG1471 for a few weeks, I do realize some changes in my writing skills. First and foremost, I have a clearer picture on how to write an academic essay than before. It provides very useful guidelines when I am writing. I feel more confident with my words and sentences, not to forget, the style of writing. The formality is more discernible and my writings just seem more appropriate and accurate. I used to write according to my intuition, on what I think is correct and what sounds right. It therefore turned out to be unorganized and points just scattered within the essay which makes it very difficult for readers to understand. Tutor has given clear explanation on writing skills and emphasized much on some common mistakes that we tend to make when we are writing. Her words do serve as reminders which help reducing the errors I make as I am writing. I pay more attention on the grammar and vocabulary usage besides the organization of my points and elaboration. It gives my essay a smoother flow and words just seem to be connected and not in bits and pieces. I would like to extend my gratitude to Ms Fong for the well-conducted lessons and her kind assistance throughout the course.