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10 Reflection: Describe your most challenging moments in this class

 one of the most challenging moments in this class was writing my first essay. At the beginning, I felt nervous and unsure about organizing my idea. I didn't know how to write a strong introduction or a clear thesis statement. I didn't know how to build up body paragraph or the style of conclusion, but I remember the growth mindset idea that mistakes are part of learning. I told myself that every great writer starts as a beginner. So, I asked my teacher, Esther Lee, and Tutor Loisa Chen for help, and I spent extra time reviewing my drafts. After practicing,  I started to feel more confident. Another challenge was speaking and sharing my writing during peer review. I was afraid of being judged for my grammar or ideas. But instead of staying quiet, I reminded myself that feedback is a way to grow. I listened to carefully to my classmates and tutor, and teacher Lee, suggestions and used their advice to improve my writing. This helped me become more open and less afraid of making ...
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9. Paper 3 - Include the first draft and the final draft with a reflection on your writing process. Share a meaningful lesson from this process.

  Lelwala [N1]   Nagitha Professor Esther Lee Amla 80 Spring 19 May 2025 The benefits of immigration in the United States [N2]   Immigrants arrive in the United States filled with hope, contributing innovative ideas, skills, and resilience to forge a brighter future. Despite the difficult voyage, numerous immigrants make sacrifices to realize their aspirations . These sacrifices assist their families and significantly enhance American society. Immigration enhances the United States by motivating economic growth, enriching cultural diversity, and providing families with opportunities for improved futures [N3]   . A significant advantage of immigration is the enhancement of the U.S. economy. Immigrants frequently engage in extended hours in difficult occupations essential to the prosperity of numerous companies. Natasha T. Metzler states in the article “Behind a $13 Shirt, a $6-an-Hour Worker” that “These workers were compensated below the minimum wage for...
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8. Paper 2 - Include the first draft and the final draft with a reflection on your writing process. Share a meaningful lesson from this process.

  Lelwala Nagitha Professor Esther Lee Amla 80 Spring 18 April 2025 Immigration Myths [N1]   Immigration has always been a part of the history of the United States. However, many people still believe myths about immigrants that are not true. These myths can hurt how others treat immigrants and how immigrants feel about themselves. One of the most damaging myths is that immigrants are lazy and do not want to work. This essay will explain why this myth is harmful, what problems it causes, and how we can fight against it. As stated in “ Ten Myths About Immigration [N2]   ”, “This myth continues despite overwhelming evidence that immigrants work hard in difficult jobs and are essential to the U.S. economy” ( “Ten Myths ”). [N3]   This myth ignores the deeper reasons why people migrate, such as poverty and family separation [N4]   . One common myth from “ Ten Myths About Immigration” [N5]   is that immigrants are lazy and take advantage of the syst...
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