When I started this module,
I was not sure of what to expect and did not have any interest in the module.
However, after completing this module, I have become more confident in writing.
As cliche as it may sound, I believe that success comes from perseverance and
hard work. Throughout this module, I
could see improvements as I was doing my assignments.
Reader response was an
interesting assignment where it equips me with skills such as referencing. This
is important in formal writing and I believe that this is a necessary skill set
in the working world. Through the word
count limitations for assignments, I have also learnt to be concise in my
writing.
Additionally, I have
improved on my summarizing and editing skills. I have also gotten better at
spotting vocabulary and grammar mistakes that I usually make. With the
lecturer’s guidance, I have learnt to effectively support my points with
concrete evidences.
When it comes to
presentations, people tend to overlook the importance of non-verbal cues. I
personally feel that body language affects the overall delivery of a
presentation. Even though I was able to engage the audience, I could have done
better by being more consistent in my engagement. One mistake that I made was
neglecting eye contact with the audience sitting to my right.
To quote Lao Tzu, “A journey
of a thousand begins with a single step”. I am glad I have taken the first step
in trying to improve my professional writing skills. However, Language
acquisition is a long process, and it is important that I continue to practice
my writing skills. With practice, the technical report that I write will just
get better overtime.
