I can use the articles by Feross
Aboukhadiehe and Joshua J. Romero as models for my first paper assignment by
using the same less than formal writing style. Neither article had a prominent
thesis statement, yet both stayed on one topic. Both articles spoke about
personal experiences and didn't include professional opinions. The writers both
seemed passionate about the subject, which makes for a considerably better
paper. I hope to accomplish the same kind of passion in my own writing. I found
bits of humor in each article which I also found quiet enjoyable and will try
to replicate in my first formal paper. Reading both articles showed me the
different types of educational experiences. Where Joshua's experience took a
few weeks and was self taught, Feross's experience took years to completely
unfold and he taught himself but also took professional courses. This
information can help me find my own experience for my paper. The writers also
didn't choose a specific audience. They gave enough information so that most
people would be able to read their article without becoming confused. Another
trait I hope to replicate in my essay. Both articles gave me a general idea of
the writing style I will be using in the first formal paper I write this
quarter.
