I have to say, this course will definitely be missed by the first day of second semester. Since September, I feel like I've developed various skills that I will be able to take with me anywhere I go. My writing skills, of course, but life skills as well. After writing multiple pieces, I am aware of my own habits and needs so that I can write to the best of my abilities. Different assignments taught me different things, personally and in terms of writing. The collaborative project I think exposed my group and I the most regarding how to work as a team and how to professionally structure a book; a children's book just to begin.
I think the course was executed very well. Establishing an open environment for creative writing is important and was achieved in this class. Getting the students into a daily habit of writing was often mentioned and I think if we were consistent with that activity, everyone might have felt more comfortable with writing and sharing. To add to that, the guest speakers, like the slam poets and the man from Vocamus Press, gave a new perspective on the kinds of writing opportunities available in Guelph. Although not all students will be intrigued by the topic, like poetry, it's a different experience and keeps the course interesting.
Overall, this course was very beneficial. I took it just because I didn't know what else to take and I thought it would help my English mark, but it did more than that. I've learned things that are easily skipped over in English classes and things that will help me in a wide variety of areas. Thank you Mrs. Reidel, it was a pleasure being in your class for the third time!
