Completing assigned readings, attending class, taking notes, and reviewing and practicing with course-related materials are the building blocks of learning and studying in the college environment. Professors and instructors assign reading, conduct lectures, and hold class discussions and labs to communicate a large volume of information in a variety of formats. In a college setting, it is the student’s responsibility to read, take notes, and learn much of the information outside of class in preparation for the tests and assignments. In fact, each class serves a purpose and teaches a lesson or two about a topic or a section that may be beneficial and advantageous later-on. As for my English course, I have acquired many skills and lessons this semester that will give me a hint of success in my future professional life. One lesson that has stuck out to me is APA writing style. Three things that I have learned from this lesson are the general APA guidelines, citations, and references that will allow me to write professionally.
Imagine playing a game without having any knowledge of its rules and guidelines. It will be next impossible to know if you are playing the game the right way. In APA writing …show more content…
Learning something new is always challenging, but with the help of Professor Duenas, now I have more knowledge about APA and I could use it to perfect my essays or any sort of writing. Throughout this lesson, I have learned about the general APA guidelines, rules of citations and references. Learning about APA writing style have taught me to better cite outside sources into my writing to make it more legible and insightful. Additionally, using APA format taught me to do more research and exploration beyond my topic which is something would I never think to do. This lesson is not just a lesson about APA, it is about skills that one can acquire to gain success in the
Imagine playing a game without having any knowledge of its rules and guidelines. It will be next impossible to know if you are playing the game the right way. In APA writing …show more content…
Learning something new is always challenging, but with the help of Professor Duenas, now I have more knowledge about APA and I could use it to perfect my essays or any sort of writing. Throughout this lesson, I have learned about the general APA guidelines, rules of citations and references. Learning about APA writing style have taught me to better cite outside sources into my writing to make it more legible and insightful. Additionally, using APA format taught me to do more research and exploration beyond my topic which is something would I never think to do. This lesson is not just a lesson about APA, it is about skills that one can acquire to gain success in the