Homework, Classwork

Most of the homework was just reading the novel and doing search on book banning. I'd always read the assigned pages for each week and annotate. Book bannign research was more of a short-term thing, where I did research on book banning's purpose, impact and had some examples of books that were censored. But, there was a lot of classwork, whether if it was writing reflection for each discussion, or close reading, doing grammar, learning about book banning, and in general, learning about the novel Fahrenheit 451.

Academic Growth

Throughout the unit on Fahrenheit 451, I experienced strong academic growth by consistently completing the weekly reading, annotating the text, and participating in a variety of assignments. Reading the novel closely and regularly helped improve my reading stamina and my ability to understand complex ideas and themes like censorship, conformity, and the value of knowledge. The short-term research on book banning allowed me to connect the novel's themes to real-world issues, which deepened my critical thinking and research skills. Writing reflections after discussions and analyzing passages in class helped me develop my ability to clearly express ideas in writing. In addition, grammar lessons and structured classwork strengthened my technical writing skills, making me a more well-rounded student overall. This combination of reading, research, and reflection really pushed me to think deeply and express my thoughts with clarity and evidence. 

Personal Growth.

Personally, this unit helped me grow in terms of responsibility, self-discipline, and engagement with learning. I made it a priority to stay on top of the reading and annotations each week, which required managing my time and holding myself accountable outside of class. Even though some tasks like researching book banning were short-term, I treated them seriously and made sure I understood the bigger picture behind the assignment. The amount of classwork, including discussions, reflections, and grammar, kept me consistently engaged and encouraged me to participate more actively in class. I also developed a stronger appreciation for the role of literature in society, especially through learning about censorship and the power of books. Overall, this experience helped me become a more thoughtful, responsible, and motivated learner.