Unit 9 Blog

I have enjoyed learning what I have in this class thus far. Now that it has come to an end I have realized how to make my writing more professional. The one thing that will stick with me is the over usage of propositions and the have verbs (I think that's what they are called!). I didn't realize how much we use them and how different a paragraph can sound when the propositions and have verbs are removed. There are other topics that I would like to research. One topic is concerning preterm babies. It is amazing the way preemies lives are being saved compared to the death rate of preemies about a decade ago. I would want to research the treatment and processes being carried out to help save their lives. That would be a great topic I think.

Unit 8 Blog Post

This has been the first time I have created a blog or blogged at all for that matter! I may continue it but I may do a separate one for family and friends. I cannot complain about the lack of comments I have received because I really haven't commented on any of my peers blogs. In fact, half of the blogs I haven't even reviewed. I am very happy to have been introduced to the world of blogging. I feel that in this day and age, if you are not up-to-date on the technology that is surrounding us and is up and coming, you will be left behind to fend for yourself. It's a sad but true thing. There are some who accept change can can flow with it and then there are are those, namely the elderly, who see no need to change from the original. Some of them have no choice but to change because technology has taken control. An example is regular television. Recently, the change was made that everyone needed a digital converter box in order watch regular tv. Rabbit ears are no longer in. Can you believe that. People are being made and forced to come to some acceptance of technology changes! What a funny thing that is to me! I would like to hear some of your point of views on this. Please comment!

Unit 7 Blog Post

Peer Reviews. The only experience I have had with a peer review was when I was interviewing for my current job. It was a very nerve-racking time in my life! I interviewed with the manager and passed the on-the-spot test she gave me. Afterward, she informed me that I have been picked for a second interview of which was a peer review. She explained that I would sit in front of selected employees, a copy of my resume would be provided for each one of them, and they will take turns asking me questions. I was so nervous. Needless to say, I have been employed there since 02/2009 and very recently applied for and received a promotion and raise in salary! I am so happy that I didn't shut down or take the criticism I received to heart. Everyone has their own opinions. What matters is the way you take constructive criticism and the what you do with it. I bettered myself with what criticism I received. What will you do?