The multimodal project seemed very easy to me at first but as I continued to work on it I realized it had several underlying layers I had to consider and it become much more challenging. I enjoyed looking online for varying pictures to display my viewpoints and I got to practice using a new program so that I could edit some of the pictures. However, it was difficult to figure out how to transition from my introduction to my main points while also incorporating the opposing view points. If I had more time I would have added additional pictures that added to my claim and continued to edit my powerpoint. I chose to work on normal excel powerpoint so I did not use any new sources/modes, but I think it was the best mode to use for my multimodal. I have never done a project even similar to this, so it was a very different process than I am used to. I created a reverse outline and tried to find pictures that I thought represented my main points and ideas but these were not always possible to find, so I had to edit my original draft a good amount. After much editing, I have a lot of clever and thought-provoking slides in my multimodal that really express my thesis and side clearly. I really discovered my ability to think about the same topic in a different way, and presenting the same thesis visually really helped develop new layers to my original argument. It gave me the chance to express my thesis and reflect on how best to display it.
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4/20/16- Daily Reflection
The multimodal project has been challenging because it is not easy finding pictures for my topic. I have had to create a lot of them myself which is time consuming and I’m still not sure they clearly depict what I’m trying to say. From the feedback I received today, I think my argument is overall clear but I know I need to work on limiting text and adding more substance/slides to show the opposing view point as well. This project has reminded me I struggle with displaying things visually without text and it is difficult to capture what my argument is without a voiceover.
Unit Reflection- Argument
The argument section has by far been the most challenging for me. I initially thought that I would have no trouble with this paper and it would be easy to write, but the further we moved into the paper the more I realized how challenging it would be to master this section. There are a lot of layers that underlie this section that I did not realize I needed to consider. The topic that I chose was also more challenging than I realized. It was also challenging to understand how to qualify. If I had more time for my paper I would have liked to find more sources to use so that I could add more detail and support to my thesis. I made a lot of commitment to this paper trying to make sure it was something that I liked and making sure that it flowed well and all my sources were credible. It was difficult at first for me to figure out how to integrate them into my paper without the flow of my paragraphs being interrupted. However, practicing with the citations in class helped with this.
Daily Reflection 3/23
Today’s class help me develop ideas about my essay. I thought about how I can avoid using a certain tone simply because I have a former inherited opinion about people who may disagree with my argument. In addition, it helped me to recognize areas that may be a source of bias and where that bias may stem from. This discussion also helped me think about how I might better address the opinions of my opposing audience to clearly explain why my stance is correct. I will focus on trying to dissolve any ideas or bias their opinions may originate from in order to effectively persuade the audience.
Unit Reflection-Visual Analysis-03/04/16
The visual analysis was a challenging paper for me. I struggled with “seeing through the picture” and I had a hard time differentiating between what was obvious and what was analysis. I enjoyed this unit because it gave me a different perspective as to why specific images are included with certain articles and text. While writing this paper, I learned that I actually enjoy analyzing images and having time to think about what symbolism might be underlying in them. I have not done a paper like this before, so I had to commit a lot of time and effort to make sure I was staying on topic in my essay and had given a thorough analysis. This was challenging, but the in-class activities and group work we did as part of this unit helped me to understand what exactly I was looking for in pictures and different ideas to discuss. Re-learning pathos, ethos, logos, and kairos was also very helpful for analyzing the image and thinking about why certain elements were included. After this unit, when I see an image I will be able to analyze it and understand the significance of why it was chosen.
2/26 Daily Reflection
Reflection is overall beneficial to me. By reading others’ work, it gives me ideas on what I could expand on personally in my own paper and issues it may contain grammatically. It gives me practice reviewing others’ work and revising so that I am better prepared to revise my own paper. In addition, it provides me with more examples of visual analysis papers which helps me to view all of the elements of the photo I have chosen.
Literacy Narrative Reflection
I have not done any writing similar to the literacy narrative assignment, so it was a challenging paper to write. I am not always comfortable reflecting and analyzing my decisions and reasoning behind what I like and what I dislike so that was a new thing for me. While it was difficult, I really enjoyed processing why I did choose my article and what it says about me as a person. It was interesting because it let me think about my major with a clear mindset as to why I am so drawn to that certain field. I was able to easily talk about my background with how this article stood out to me. I spent a decent amount of time working on the paper, but if I had more time to review and edit it I think I could have added more analysis of what I am ultimately drawn to as a reader. I generally stayed on topic and made sure not to discuss my beliefs on the article too much, which was a little challenging since it could have easily turned into an argument paper. I was able to make some “big picture” connections, but I could have added more reflection to my paper. I liked taking the time to actually think about my interests and how they define who I am and what I am drawn to.