Hey guys. Is there a structure I can use for reflective writing, or at least certain things I need to include in all reflections? For example, I heard you should always include how effectively you achieved your goal, your intended audience and your purpose. Is this true, or should we structure it completely based on the question?
Hi BakerDad12!
There most definitely is a structure for reflections. Here's a quick rundown:
Intro
- Purpose
- Prescribed texts and their features (That you have used in your piece)
Body paragraphs
There are 2 main ways you can approach body paragraphs:
1. Explore the Mod C texts and how the features have achieved the composer's purpose, then use signposting language to compare your own use of the features and connection to your own purpose (so half half basically)
2. Explore the Mod C texts and your own piece together
I prefer the 1st option, I think it's easier and clearer to write. But either way is fine.
- There aren't really topic sentences in the traditional essay sense, I've just been stating how the composer has used x technique to achieve x purpose
Conclusion
- Keep it brief! Same like the intro: purpose, texts, and maybe a concluding statement
I hope this helped!
Alice