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Antonio Coronado

Professor Jason Dew

English 1302

May 1, 2024

English 1302 Final Portfolio Reflection

In Professor Dew’s English 1302 Course, I learned that in the writing process you can

have an infinite number of possibilities when showcasing research or arguing a position. For

instance, I learned from the first course essay “Joining a conversation”. That you can further

support your work by using peer-reviewed sources. Additionally, I learned that when combing

your own research or work, you become part of a larger issue, as you add work to an ongoing

topic. For example, you support your own work and in addition you contribute to supporting the

work of other writers in specific fields. Working within this portfolio project, were tasked to

revise each final draft with the knowledge we had acquired throughout the semester and

experience in the writing process.

In The first final draft, I decided to change some wording to have a different tone in the

paper. For instance, while conducting our own research we were tasked to write in a third person

perspective, consequently I used the wording “Participant” when referring to the research stages.

In the revision I changed this working to “User”, I think that this change could help the paper

have a more professional stance, especially when working with peer-reviewed articles.

Moreover, I changed the positioning of some sentences such as in the introduction, this is

something that I think helped the paper a lot more, since it refreshed the original final draft with

a smoother transition and introduction.

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Within the second essay we were tasked to combine multiple peer-reviewed perspectives

and present how they argue or support a topic. In this essay the objective was to present different

views in a matter, but not to draw a conclusion. The multiple perspectives were shown in

different order allowing the reader to get a consensus on their final view in the topic. Some

assignments which helped me write this second essay were composed of analyzing peer

reviewed articles more efficiently. These assignments allowed for a better understanding of what

the article wanted to convey, allowing for a better summarization of the multiple peer-reviewed

article perspectives. For the revision of the second essay final draft, I decided to change the

positioning of the peer-reviewed articles. By doing this, I believe that the stance of the paper is

better supported, as before I allocated the peer-reviewed articles in different positions that did

not correspond well with the transition into the next paragraph. In the second essay I learned to

be able to work with multiple perspectives and be able to draw on their purpose, as to what the

authors communicated through the specific peer-reviewed articles. For example, with the activity

of analyzing peer reviewed articles, I was able to breakdown the perspectives and present a

summary of that certain article or even present a better summarization of a certain section. Being

able to work with multiple perspectives, I also learned on how to maintain an unbiased tone, as

to not have favorability in a certain view and stay within topic. Working with the creation of an

annotated bibliography I also learned how to have a better structure and organization in the way

of working with outside information. Since this second essay required multiple perspectives, I

learned on having a better arrangement over the work I was working with; as in having different

folders, different classifications, and different basis. This is something that can help me in my

further within writing tasks by being able to identify the different requirements and build

categories of the work I would need to showcase. I also learned about being able to have a better
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understanding of in-depth research, as working with many peer-reviewed sources, I learned to

better navigate the sphere of peer-reviewed research.

The goal of this third essay was to use the same topic from the second essay and create an

arguing stance in a view of the topic. In this third essay there was a conclusion drawn unlike the

second essay; this meant supporting and creating a convincing essay using peer reviewed

sources. In this third essay some assignments which helped me consisted of identifying how

different peer reviewed sources use various testimonials, review of information or qualitative

data to better support the stance in their article. These assignments helped in the understanding of

presenting specific information to better support the stance in the third essay. In the third essay

revision, I decided to also change the positioning of the peer reviewed sources, this is something

which allowed the paper to have a better understanding of the main stance that was supported by

the articles. In this third essay, I learned how to be more supportive of my stance. For instance, in

the wording, I derived from words such as “suggest” or “maybe”. In this third essay, I was able

to carefully read my wording and work in avoiding such words, making these minor wording

adjustments helped the view be regarded as better supported and well researched. The creation of

an argument helped my writing by being able to stay in topic and have relevancy. In this third

essay, I was able to address and paraphrase each source which allowed me to better draw in the

supportiveness of the source. With these additions, I can paraphrase and better present the

information from the source to draw a better conclusion. This can further help clarify and draw a

better understanding of the subject matter and stance.

Working in the “Peer Workshop”. Revising other peer’s work allowed me to have an

insight in the process of writing other writers use, as a result I was able to gain some tips in

better writing. For instance, in the first draft I received peer feedback (Lidieth) “Breaking down
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lengthy sentences”. I think this was very good feedback, as I had written a lot of information

about the peer-reviewed sources in contrast to how I had written little about my research.

Working in the first essay, I think that it was very important to have a good ratio of peer-

reviewed information and research findings, as the main goal was to join a conversation it was

important to become part of a conversation and not only describe already found findings.

Additionally, in the “Peer Workshop” I also received feedback from my peer (Damary)

recommending “Adding more wording into the conclusion”. This is something which I was able

to apply into each final draft.

Workshop Feed back for the second essay was positive, as peer feedback from (Damary)

commented that the thesis is really good and follows promptly to the rest of the essay.

Each section was well explained, with clear wording. The thesis was followed and covered..

There could have been more wording into the conclusion, since you did cover so much of the

sources and thesis. All the sources used were well worded. Professor feedback for essay 2 draft 1

consisted of “Revising with an eye toward making each sentence understandable”. This feedback

was very important, as it allowed me to focus within each presented stance and summarize each

stance into the most important wording. This feedback was one which I also applied into the

third essay, as working with multiple perspectives from peer articles, it was challenging to focus

in the most important information with so much information presented.

Workshop Feedback for essay 3 was not received but based of personal feedback

(Coronado) I commented that Based on personal feedback, I would change the rewording such as

“could,” “can,” “would,” and “should.” I think changing the working can help my stance be

much more direct and more supportive. Based on personal feedback, I would also change the

connective structure between the peer review sources. Such as working with the wording format
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to have a more cohesive and smoother flow of the sources. I would also like to work more with

the explanation of the sources. I think that I will be able to provide more details to have a

stronger impression in the reader. This can help the stance of the subject be more argumentative

with the addition of supportive points. Using this personal feedback I was able to reduce lenghy

sentences by having a more direct approach and having a much stronger tone in the paper,

allowing the stance to be better presented.

Based on personal feedback, I that that one of my writing strengths would be the ability

to interconnect the topic with the paper. For example, in each paragraph I mentioned how

“Overconsumption” was negative, doing this it helps emphasize and help have better relevancy

throughout the paper. I think that the ability to have a focus on the subject would be my strength.

A writing weakness, I think, would be in the ability to present the information. For instance, I

can find information from a source in general, but I find it challenging to present just one piece

of information, as I think that the whole source matters. This can be a weakness, as sometimes

you just need one very good piece of information to bring your point forward. I can find myself

adding excess information when working with sources.

The most challenging aspect of writing the first essay was the ability to concentrate on

one topic. For instance, with such free creativity in mind it was difficult to find a focus in one

subject, as there are a million research questions that can be asked. In the other hand, the least

challenging aspect was once a topic was found it was very easy to find peer review journals and

more information to write about. Additionally, since the university database is very user friendly,

this part of working in the search of a peer reviewed journal was very easy.

The most challenging aspect of this second unit was the ability to stay in focus. For

instance, working with a wide database of peer-reviewed journals it was challenging to stay in
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form with one specific topic, as it was easy to derive into a different t with such vast information

available. For example, in the ProQuest database, you could search for the topic of consumerism

and then be derived into other spheres such as consumerism in China, India, or consumerism in

the 50’s or 60’s. Working with such a vast database it was difficult to narrow down into one

single objective of information in the beginning. The least challenging was once the information

was narrowed down, it was easy to be able to present it. For example, once the information was

looked into it was easy to present it and to achieve the proper wording amount. While using

multiple peer-reviewed sources, it was very easy to surpass the wording requirements of that

certain paper, since there is plenty of information to present.

The most challenging aspect of the Third essay was finding the relevant information of

the peer reviewed sources. Consequently, as peer reviewed sources conduct extensive research

and develop large questions, it was challenging to determine what the most important findings

were. Some sources were significantly more thorough, here it was challenging to locate the main

findings and the most important information. For example, some sources conducted quantitative

experiments, but concluded that future research was needed, here this source would be

challenging to present, as it would be uncertain in the findings. The least challenging aspect of

writing this essay was that, as I had gained more writing experience thought the semester, I was

able to follow a format. For example, I checked in the basics such as having a good topic

sentence, controlling idea, and having an overall focus and conclusion of the paper. This seemed

like a routine in my writing, which allowed me to have a strong foundation.

In conclusion, I learned how to better articulate and explain different perspectives

allowing my writing to articulate in a manner that is more thorough and I learned how to be more

persuasive. This new writing process has not only strengthened my communication skills but
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also increased my understanding of the importance of presenting a well-rounded perspective. I

discovered that supporting a perspective goes beyond stating an opinion; as it involves providing

substantial evidence, drawing on relevant experiences, and making logical connections. It is

about creating a narrative that impacts the audience, one that is both informative and engaging.

This process of learning has shaped my approach to discussions and researching. It has taught me

that the strength of information and communication lies not just in its validity, but also in the

way it is conveyed and supported.

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Works Cited

Lidieth, Gutrirrez. “Essay 1 Peer Review Research: Revise in Introduction” Peer Comment,

ENGL 1302, Texas A&M International University, 6 February. 2024

Peer introduction revise “Exercise is often underestimated despite its numerous benefits, as it

requires dedicated time that could be allocated to other activities.”

Lidieth, Gutrirrez. “Essay 1 Peer Review Research: Breaking lengthy sentences” Peer Comment,

ENGL 1302, Texas A&M International University, 6 February. 2024

Coronado, Antonio “What benefits can exercise have in daily productivity?

Essay 1.” 8, February 2024. ENGL 1302, Texas A&M International University, Student Paper.

Professor Dew, Jason. “Essay 2 Annotated bibliography: Edit for clarity; revise this with an eye

toward making each sentence understandable.

Professor Comment, ENGL 1302, Texas A&M International University, 27 February 2024

Damarys, Canales. “Essay 2 Annotated bibliography: “Good sentence organization” Peer

Comment, ENGL 1302, Texas A&M International University, 29 February. 2024

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Damarys, Canales. “Essay 2 Annotated bibliography: “Good clarity of topic sentence” Peer

Comment, ENGL 1302, Texas A&M International University, 29 February. 2024

Professor Dew, Jason. “Essay 2 Annotated bibliography: Edit for clarity; Revise this with an eye

toward making each sentence understandable.

Professor Comment, ENGL 1302, Texas A&M International University, 27 February 2024

Coronado, Antonio “The contrast of consumerism and the consumer Essay 2.” 27, February

2024. ENGL 1302, Texas A&M International University, Student Paper.

Coronado, Antonio “Essay 3: The costs of Overconsumption” 2, April 2024. ENGL 1302, Texas

A&M International University, Student Paper.

Coronado, Antonio. “Essay 3 Peer Reviewed Articles Stance

“Change the rewording such as “could,” “can,” “would,” and “should.” Workshop Comment,

ENGL 1302, Texas A&M International University, 29 February. 2024

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International University, Student Paper.