My Writing

Core Competency Reflection

Communication

When starting to plan this essay, I was able to use evidence from the film we were watching to write my essay. I did this by actively taking notes on the film and using my prior knowledge about how the government treated Indigenous peoples to create relevant points. I was able to also actively listen and ask questions during class discussions to help me gain a better understanding of issues happening in the film.

Critical and Reflective Thinking

I used my critical and reflective thinking skills when writing my essay. I used evidence and information from the film to create points. I did this by coming up with ideas and proving them, using evidence from the film and prior feedback from my teacher. I also expanded and detailed my ideas to help me plan my essay and create a reasoned conclusion.

Collaborating

During this essay, I demonstrated my collaboration skills by talking with my classmates about different ideas to help me expand on my learning. I also listened to my classmate’s perspectives during class discussions to help me gain different points of view about the film. I was also able to talk with my teacher to help me expand my ideas and gain helpful feedback to help me write and complete my essay.

Goal

One goal I have for myself going forward is talking more during class discussions. I want to work towards this since it will help me become more comfortable speaking and participating in class. I plan to do this by putting up my hand more, talking about my perspectives on issues, and taking charge in group discussions.