Throughout my academic experiences, I have found that a majority of my instructors had not directly influenced my success in their respective courses. They had simply assigned coursework and expected students to be prosperous without much guidance. Conversely, on one of my college professors, Dr. Carlos Blanco has directly influenced my success in English 101. Albeit, Dr. Blanco may give off a rather intimidating impression, his intentions are to educate and sophisticate, in addition to guiding his students to a successful route. With the goal of assisting his students achieve success in the course, Dr. Blanco provides his students with reading selections of varying themes, some of which are controversial in nature. Additionally, Dr. Blanco provides clear and concise illustrations to the articles assigned to his students.
Upon introduction Dr. Blanco emits the presence of an authoritarian and overwhelmingly demanding figure; however, the purpose of his imposing personage is to have students approach the course as if it were a profession. The policies Dr. …show more content…
These readings encourage students to utilize critical thinking as well as develop their reading abilities. In addition, to the weekly readings, there are responses students must complete; these responses are to display the critical thinking skills of the reader. These responses require the reader to discuss the reading selection as well as illustrate the theme by using supporting text from the reading. While entertaining the reading selections serve their purpose to educate me about various themes and topics. Conclusively, these reading selections assist me being successful in the course Dr. Blanco instructs as they expose me to previously unknown vocabulary. In addition, to the reading responses which require me to analyze the selections as well as fully comprehend the topic the author is attempting to
Upon introduction Dr. Blanco emits the presence of an authoritarian and overwhelmingly demanding figure; however, the purpose of his imposing personage is to have students approach the course as if it were a profession. The policies Dr. …show more content…
These readings encourage students to utilize critical thinking as well as develop their reading abilities. In addition, to the weekly readings, there are responses students must complete; these responses are to display the critical thinking skills of the reader. These responses require the reader to discuss the reading selection as well as illustrate the theme by using supporting text from the reading. While entertaining the reading selections serve their purpose to educate me about various themes and topics. Conclusively, these reading selections assist me being successful in the course Dr. Blanco instructs as they expose me to previously unknown vocabulary. In addition, to the reading responses which require me to analyze the selections as well as fully comprehend the topic the author is attempting to