CCM Writer's Reflections

The “Facebook for Disney Princesses” writer’s reflection was a really good example of a thorough writer’s reflection. I liked how the author stated in her first paragraph the types of rhetorical appeals she used, and then provided examples of each type of appeal. She also examines the slides she chose to include, and does a good job of not only explaining why she chose/made them, but how they connected her point that Disney princesses make good role models to todays young girls. She is able to tie aspects of the princesses’ Facebook profiles to how women have evolved and progressed over generations, and how they have become more relatable to young women. I also like how the author incorporated herself into her paper. It showed me another, direct way to connect and interact with my audience in my paper. I also liked how she ended her reflection with an overview of the experience in general.

The “Make Sure You Know” writer’s reflection was also a good example of a writer’s reflection. Unlike the “Facebook for Disney Princesses”, the author doesn’t directly state what rhetorical techniques she uses, but it is clear that there is an emotional appeal, as she made the website after her friend chose to enlist in the army. I think it is also something our class can relate to, as Miami’s summer reading book “Shade it Black” was about a soldier’s experience serving in Iraq and the stresses of returning home. Even if audience members don’t have a friend joining the military or have read the book, it is a topic that can be adapted to fit a variety of situations. The author does a good job of explaining what topics she chose to cover on her website, and explaining why that information would be useful to someone considering joining the military.