College writing

I totally agree with you. My mom did not leave me alone. She would always bug me about finishing my work and she was one of the biggest reason that we got through.

I think mothers are probably THE most important key to college readiness! It is interesting about the "motivation" and engagement factor in high school. Perhaps it is a matter of maturity and the level of hormones, but it seems hard to get high school students engaged enough to apply themselves. I would work to the bone for sports, but not work that hard for school. Why? Maybe it was the coaches yelling? Maybe it was the reality of getting kicked off the team if I didn't put forth my best. But in class, I could slide through with half-ass effort.  ...

Dear Ryan:

Your post, "College writing," is very interesting because of the emphasis on the importance of writing in college. Regardless of the writing, I really liked how you connected college writing toward the connection had with your mother. A sentence you wrote that stands out for me is: "I think if I would have pushed myself in high school and took the English classes that prepare you for college the transition would've been easier." I think this is a very powerful statement because it identifies your efforts to become a great student. I admire that you can reflect on your past and learn from it. That’s really amazing! You also bring up a great point of getting the work done earlier than later. It is important that all students know that actions bring forth reactions and if students do not do well in high school then it will most likely show in their transition from high school to college, if and only if the students decides to go to college. Another sentence that I found very creditable was: "The key for me was I had a good mother who kept on top of me." This stood out for me because it demonstrates the affection you have for your mother and the appreciation you have toward her. I think it’s great that you have a mother that has helped you in the long run. Although it is best to be independent, sometimes it is adequate to have a little encouragement.

Your post reminds me of a time when I gave up hope on my future. One time I scored very poorly on my exam and I was not doing very well in my classes in middle school. I was in the 7th grade and I had been told that it is the most important year because high schools determine your acceptance based on your grades. Because of this, I was very negative toward my future. Thankfully my mother gave me a little encouragement and I was able to go on and get into a good school. She helped me when I was in need and I appreciate that. I’m pretty sure that you are grateful for what your mother has done for you as well. Not to mention I give you thanks for your writing! I look forward to seeing what you write next, it is interesting to see another individual with interest in college writing.

Dear Ryan:
Your post "College writing” grasp my attention, the facts are in print on your post. The truth that some do just focus on is the punctuation and lack of description. I can see why in college it would not benefit you. A mixture of both is a good writer, although autocorrect goes for correction of spelling, and not lack of description. You can have the most dour essay with perfect punctuation but theres no way you can catch the attention of your reader with a comma in the correct area. But you can let a friend read your paper and that person can correct your punctuation. Yet if its so boring they don’t even want to continue. In my point of view writing is a perfect way to stand out to a teacher along with everything done on its due date. When you said “Today in college the biggest thing that I have learned is making what is in my brain get onto the paper. The attention to detail and description is a must.” it makes me most comfortable about wanting to attend college and take a writing class. Mainly because I know thats one thing that I am good at is adding details and description. So gladly you inspired me to keep on bettering my punctuation and spelling because i can't rely on spell check my entire life. But surely its not the end of the world. Looking forward to your next post, thanks for the fun facts.

Dear Ryan:
Your post "College writing” grasp my attention, the facts are in print on your post. The truth that some do just focus on is the punctuation and lack of description. I can see why in college it would not benefit you. A mixture of both a descriptive and well punctuated is a good writer, although autocorrect goes for correction of spelling, and not lack of description. You can have the most dour essay with perfect punctuation but there’s no way you can catch the attention of your reader with a comma in the correct area. But you can let a friend read your paper and that person can correct your punctuation. Yet if its so boring they don’t even want to continue. In my point of view writing is a perfect way to stand out to a teacher along with everything done on its due date. When you said “Today in college the biggest thing that I have learned is making what is in my brain get onto the paper. The attention to detail and description is a must.” It makes me most comfortable about wanting to attend college and take a writing class. Mainly because I know thats one thing that I am good at is adding details and description. So gladly you inspired me to keep on bettering my punctuation and spelling because I can't rely on spell check my entire life. But surely it’s not the end of the world. Looking forward to your next post, and thanks for the fun facts.