https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j The purpose of this Portfolio is to help me develop collegiate level writing skills and improve as the semester goes on. en-us 2016-04-28 03:24:54 UTC 2025-11-09 14:33:20 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padletuploads.blob.core.windows.net/aws/92923166/ca800d52d5738f1959bfd056fc95555a014c65a0/d83949320ad575c7fa6828dc6a3c89f8.jpg kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108171213 1.27.16 http://www.space.com/30209-astronauts-eat-space-lettuce.html 
This article combines several topics that aren't normally talked about together. This includes Technology, Space, and Agriculture. NASA astronauts have been able to successfully grow lettuce while aboard a spacecraft. Its purpose was to experiment the possibility of self sustaining food on board. It is a better alternative to the food that is currently given to astronauts, based on its nutritional value and life span. Growing the plants can also give the astronauts a mundane activity to have during the several months in a confined space. This is a highly beneficial practice that is still being experimented and studied. ]]> 2016-04-28 04:14:15 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108171213 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108177128 1.20.16 Starting this first year in college, I had many fears about writing assignments for several classes, as I know my writing skills could use major improvements. Once an assignment is given I place myself in a calm, solitary environment that is not my room. I feel that my room gives me too many opportunities to procrastinate. I turn on any noise, no matter if its music or a television. Usually, my process involves starting to plan out the paper and writing down the main points of the paragraphs. From the on, I branch out and put more detail into the paragraphs every day. I can't concentrate on writing for more than a little while because I do prefer to read, as opposed to actually writing. However, sometimes this can cause me to be more critical of my own work and constantly change things from fear of it not being decent enough to present. ]]> 2016-04-28 05:21:24 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108177128 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108229743 2.8.16 Usually, in an academic piece, the author's tone of voice is indifferent. The writing itself is objective, while at the same time being able to support and or refute an argument.]]> 2016-04-28 12:08:24 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108229743 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108231609 1.22.16 Inquiry questions are created by analyzing information and exploring answers. Somehow, inquiry questions can lead to connections throughout the information given. A concept map is a tool that I have found to be very helpful in the past. It could serve as a visual for inquiry questions and/or any new information found. It gives the writer the opportunity to explore new information further, while at the same time being able to physically see their ideas and any connections that could be made. ]]> 2016-04-28 12:16:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108231609 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108237300 1.27.16 As far as my understanding goes, Academic writing is an impersonal piece of writing that either supports or challenges an argument. I read a piece by L. Lennie Irvin that made me put my fears aside. It states that aside from writing, there are many skills involved such as reading and understanding the information presented to us. It also debunked several “myths”, that have been taught to students in high school, that no longer apply to college.]]> 2016-04-28 12:40:52 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108237300 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108238123 1. Critical Reading
-Being able to analyze a piece of writing and form ideas based on the text. 

2. Rhetorical Knowledge
-Recognizing different writing styles and understanding the purpose of their distincton.
 
3. Composing Process
-This is basically the process of writing. Learning one's own process and finding ways to change and/or improve it.

4. Critical Reflection
-A writer's ability to express their thoughts and feelings into words. It helps improve the quality of their work.

5. Knowledge of Conventions
-The formal rules of writing such as grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Understanding how some rules apply to different genres.]]> 2016-04-28 12:44:03 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108238123 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108238418 2.9.16 This week has been somewhat easy. One of the things that surprised me this week about writing is that many of the things we were told in high school, don't apply in college. One of the things that frustrates me still, is that I do struggle with writing because my process is a long one. I am able to understand the assignments enough to finish them, but I usually take a long time to completely finish a writing piece. As for my Composition 1, the instructions were clear enough to understand, but it did take me a while to finally find a topic I was both comfortable and knowledgeable in. The purpose of studying Academic Writing is to improve our skills and learn a new writing style that may be required later on in college.]]> 2016-04-28 12:45:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108238418 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108277367 2.10.16
-Can help create a schematic for a setting
-Allows both the author and reader have a visual reference in relation to the writing
-Can be used to better explain something relating to the writing

]]> 2016-04-28 14:58:21 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108277367 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108286141 2.12.16 As of right now, I have two topics in mind. One relating to Books vs Technology and the other relating to Criminal Justice and Media. I have sufficient information to begin with the Book approach, but I would like to explore the CJUS topic because it seems so much more interesting. As for the maps part, I could locate local police department community leaders' offices. For the Books, I could look for shops that sell tangible books and compare it to the amount of places that offer Wifi, which would allow for the online purchase of an electronic version of a book. 

**Update: I chose to explore the Book topic. Essentially, my topic is about the increase in popularity of e-books. Although many find it convenient to use e-books, the majority of people still prefer physical paper books for many reasons. ]]> 2016-04-28 15:28:03 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108286141 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108288375 3.7.16 I have decided to do a website as the multi modal presentation part. I think a website will give me the space and convenience needed. With a website, I can add as many pages as needed, and it will still be clear and easy to navigate. Each page will contain different information. I am worried about how long it may take me to set it up though.

**Update: I decided to scrap the website idea. Instead, I will have my portfolio on Padlet, as well as my EIP project. I realized that the website would be easy to understand for the viewer, but it was taking way too much time. Padlet is automatically organized. ]]> 2016-04-28 15:34:56 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108288375 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108394633 3.10.16 I have begun to write out my posts on paper because it helps me concentrate better. It also provides me the opportunity to draw maps and brainstorm new ideas or questions. I haven't written much, but i have some basic points down. I'm still not sure about how to use the Google Maps tool to create a list of places related to my topic.]]> 2016-04-29 03:27:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108394633 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108395471 3.14.16 It would be objective and formal. Honestly, I think what makes a great EIP project is the amount of time and energy put into the overall work. The product is only a reflection of all the effort that goes into making it. ]]> 2016-04-29 03:38:41 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108395471 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108396864 3.14.16 I am currently reviewing my work so far. My main priority right now is to work to include the SLO's that we have learned and used throughout the semester, ]]> 2016-04-29 03:58:45 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108396864 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108401170 https://www.wattpad.com/story/37365954-secret-in-a-smile?utm_source=web&utm_medium=google_plus&utm_content=share_info
A partial e-book written and published by me across a Website/App.]]> 2016-04-29 05:18:54 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108401170 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108401703 My name is Kaylee Barahona and I am in UWRTE 1103. I'm a freshman student at UNC Charlotte majoring in Criminal Justice and, hopefully, Psychology. I'm an animal lover and a family oriented person. This semester in UWRTE 1103 has been a struggle, but I'm glad I was able to keep my mind focused. ]]> 2016-04-29 05:28:36 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108401703 kbarahon https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108402011 https://drive.google.com/open?id=15OawRsMvoUM9jblLJzfl1VQ4MSI&usp=sharing]]> 2016-04-29 05:32:47 UTC https://padlet.com/kbarahon/gds03ftuox1j/wish/108402011