1st Quarter Reflection

     Looking back on what I've learned in history this first quarter, I realize that I've come much further than I thought I would have. I came in on day 1 expecting a class where we sit and have a lecture on historical events that are touched on almost every year in history classes. But after just the first class, I realized that this isn't just a course with a lecture and a project to follow. I've learned how to really think deeply about what I see in a film or how empathy, act like a time machine to take us back in time to aid our understand of these historical events. In addition to developing my knowledge of the subject and my critical thinking skills, I've learned a few tech skills as well. 

     Every time I come into class I expect that I'll have a good discussion, and I will walk away from class with a new thought or perspective in my mind. I have stretched my mind more this year between English and History than I've ever done before. I have learned in this class to think about films in new ways, realizing that they can be seen as ways to tell a true story that not just for amusement for the audience. This new way of studying history has really made me fall in love with the subject.

     My research skills still needs improvement, with better research skills, I will have an easier time writing. Writing and research have always been "good" but what I want is to be an absolutely amazing writer.