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In this activity we had to describe our face to face interactions and then our written interactions.

Relevance: With this activity I was able to start understanding the importance of organizing thoughts and ideas before putting them into words and to give them a coherent structure.

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Name: Isabel Peña

ID Number: A01571395

Age: 20 years

Semester: Third Semester

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Will you be using your work in the future?

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Will you be using your work in the future?

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Yes, definitely. Having a portfolio is extremely important for going back and revising skills, ideas and being able to remember how you handled certain issue or situation, it is a very valuable resource that can help in the future undoubtedly.

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The development of these activities and skills helped me a lot in my other classes, mainly in being able to investigate correctly, revising facts, perspectives, structures and adapting my message into an accesible language taking into consideration context, register and word choice. Outside academic contexts, it has helped me to be a good listener and to understand better the media that I see on social media, announcements and propaganda.

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This course has helped my mainly in improving my oral communication skills, right now I feel more capable of transmitting correctly and effectively information through oral means, with practice and theory, I understood the fundamentals of achieving to channel a message while taking into consideration external and internal factors of the context.

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Difficulties while creating the portfolio

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Difficulties while creating the portfolio

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Some difficulties I had while creating my portfolio were

1. Content Selection: Choosing which projects or pieces to include was challenging because I had to decide what represented better the skills and experiences I gained.

2. Organization: Creating a clean and well structure portfolio that can have a logical sequence was difficult to achieve.

3. Reflecting Growth: I really tried to make this portfolio considering to reflect a growth in the activities created and developed.

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This course has helped me to deepen my understandings of language's role in communication and in the resolution of problems. Learning about different strategies to convey a message has provided me several tools that serve for effective interactions.

I also got to understand that language is not just a mean of expression, it is an extremely powerful instrument that results in influences and connections. Learning about the different dimensions of language such as tone, cultural influence, register, bias and perspective has helped me gain pivotal resources to keep improving my communication skills.

This course as a whole has reminded me the great importance of appreciating language strategies and not just applying them to my career but to all aspects of life, enabling me to engage, collaborate and persuade more skillfully.

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In this activity we had to apply specific registers to convey a message, we had to practice tone, diction and intention so the message could be understood in a particular context.

Relevance: The relevance of this activity was that we were able to comprehend the importance of the registers when communicating something because they can change the whole meaning of the same "text".

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In this assignment we had to write an article about our major, utilize a meme to help the audience understand the message and record a presentation conveying the message.

Relevance: The importance of this activity was that we were able to comprehend the importance of sharing knowledge and making it accesible for everyone,  as well as being able to transform a thesis into an audiovisual aid that reflects the main idea of the text.

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Crocco, C. (2021, diciembre 1). La biotecnología como herramienta para mejorar el rendimiento de los cultivos. The Conversation. http://theconversation.com/la-b

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Engineer in Biotechnology

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In this activity, we had to make a sketch of what our final portfolio would likely look like.

Relevance: This workshop was extremely important because it highlighted the importance of having drafts which will be improved but that will land the basis for a better and more organized work.

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In this activity we had to analyze two articles and identify elements such as citations, opinions and factos.

Relevance: The relevance of this activity was to develop critical thinking skills, bias recognition, source credibility and as a consequence, informed decision making. This can also aid in academic research and an effective communication.

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In this activity, we had to analyze an expository text, taking into consideration the structure elements, the author's voice, type of language, paratextual and textual resources and the images.

Relevance: Analyzing expository texts is vital because it allows us to grasp its message effectively. The structure elements allows us to understand the logical flow of the text aiding in its correct comprehension. Identifying the paratextual/textual elements guide the readers and provide accurate context. Paying attention to the images permits us to gain deeper insights and critical information to evaluate the author's intent.

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In this activity, we had to practice active listening and passive listening, we were able to identify the differences between both and understand the importance of being a good listener.

Relevance: Learning to be a good listener is fundamental in order to build strong relationships and maintaining effective communication. This helps in building trust and gathering valuable information that can be a key to resolving conflicts, supporting others and fostering a deeper connection with people.

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In this activity we created our elevator pitch, in which we described ourselves and practiced verbal and nonverbal communication.

Relevance: With this activity we were able to synthesize the most important information on our CV and we also practiced tone, timing and body language.

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In this activity we created our CV, taking into consideration everything that could add value to our profile.

Relevance: With this activity I was able to communicate and reflect on the things I have accomplished, as well as the best way to write this information so it can be concise and precise.

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In this activity we had to investigate the misconceptions about our major and then, make blog in which we talked about them and deepen in some aspects of our major such as the soft and hard skills needed, the main purpose of the career, the laboral field, etc, and finally make a pechakucha were we exposed our findings.

Relevance: The relevance of this activity was to learn how to create strong and concrete narrative that successfully transmits messages and utilize visual aids to increase the effectiveness of the understanding of our message.

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In this activity we had to analyze fake news, with several questions such as what, who, when and how.

Relevance: This activity is extremely important because nowadays, misleading information can harm individuals and communities. By analyzing fake news, we are developing critical thinking skills but we are also promoting informed decisions and preventing social chaos.

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In this module, by analyzing different types of texts, I was able to learn new ways to approach them in order to understand them better.

In our actual context, internet is flooded with information, and critical thinking skills, as well as fact checking are extremely important competences.

From expository texts, I understood the importance of exposing clear and evidence based information while articles taught me to identify the author's perspective and analyze the resources used to divulge a message.

Overall, I was able to understand how to present academic or professional content effectively in order to communicate successfully while using resources, techniques and elements.

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From the activities in this module, I was able to understand that effective communication is always the goal when trying to expose an idea. I was able to learn how to simplify complex concepts in order to make them accesible for everyone without losing accuracy.

I was also able to identify which register fits best in whatever I am trying to transmit, and apply it so it enriches my speech. I learnt the importance of using images  that enhance the narrative and to use design softwares as resources that organize information so it is clearer.

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1. Academic Progress Tracking: This portfolio will help me visualize my progress and observe how my understanding of the topics as well as my skills evolved.

2. Self-Assessment: This portfolio allows me to identify my weaknesses and serves as a way to set future goals that lead to an improvement in my overall skills.

3. Reference Resource: This collection is also valuable as a reference resource for future courses or projects in which I may need to refresh concepts or ideas that were revised during these 5 weeks.

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In this module, I was able to obtain valuable information and resources to shape my professional identity.

Creating an elevator pitch challenged me to reduce my qualifications and aspirations into a concise, coherent and engaging narrative. It made me realize the importance of adapting my message to different audiences and situations and emphasizing genuine connection over just a list of skills. This process not only improved my communication skills but also boosted my confidence in networking scenarios.

Constructing my CV demanded careful consideration of my educational background, work experience, skills, and achievements. It made me organize my professional history in a way that highlights my most significant accomplishments. This, in turn, resulted in a deep reflection on my career goals and areas for skill development.

Both experiences were about more than just creating documents, they were assignments of self-discovery and self-assessment. I obtained from this process a greater ability to present myself effectively and a clearer understanding of my professional path. These tools will undoubtedly prove valuable in advancing my career.