A main component within this course was revision. In both the literacy snapshot essay and the challenging constructs essay, I had to complete a couple rounds of revision.  

  

In both essays I received feedback about my structure and the overall message I was delivering. Through the revision process I not only had to reflect on the feedback that was given but also apply it effectively to my essays. I was able to see that revision is not simply changing grammar or minimal mistakes in structure, but the revision process is composed of deep examination of my work. This meant restructuring both my argument and format of my essay to ensure it is properly received by the reader. These changes can include where the paragraphs are placed, the information within the paragraphs, and the clear statement and continuous support of the overall theme. 

  

A revision that simply changes small aspects of the essay is not an effective revision and does not aim to improve the essay draft. Similarly, if only a minimal change is made the question arises of was the feedback from the original essay applied in the revised essay? However, a revision that evaluates where the essay is lacking, improves on it, and administers feedback is paving the way for a better draft. 

 

Through multiple different revisions and receiving feedback about different components within my essay, I was able to understand the importance of revision, how feedback can be properly applied to an essay, and the factors that play into revising an essay effectively.