What I've done:
This past semester I have given insight on the field of the criminal justice world. Most of my posts include various defense organizations, such as the FBI, CIA, and ATF, and certain colleges/courses that you should think about if you are interested in criminal justice as a career. My posts have links to sites about various topics that I discuss each week, so my readers can learn more about them.
My best post and why it's good:
My best blog post is "Foreign Language", which is where I explained the importance of knowing a second language in the criminal justice field. I believe that it is good because I have a lot of interesting information about how beneficial foreign language is for this line of work. For example, I talked about how special agents of the U.S Secret Service could get a 25% bonus pay if they know a second language. Also, this is my best post because it is one of the few posts that I was able to reflect on, which I think is key for writing a blog.
What I'd like to improve on:
Evidence/Research. I need to work on using more sources, and not rely primarily on Wikipedia. This also includes investing more time in research and searching more thoroughly for the best possible information for my readers. Another thing that I'd like to improve on is precision and depth. Lately, I've given only brief overviews of certain subjects that only give my readers small insight into my topic. I hope next semester that I can go more in depth, so that my readers can really see what goes on in the criminal justice world.
What I've learned about myself as a learner:
What I've learned about myself as a learner is that I need schedules in order to get something done. I can't just go to a computer and write my blog; I have to set aside a specific time, or I will veer away from my objective and get little accomplished. Also, I've learned that I am a visual learner. This means that when I find information on a topic, I have to read it thoroughly and highlight the most important material in order for me to make my blog effective in getting my point across to my readers.
Where I'd like to go:
Next semester, I'd liked to continue researching more criminal justice careers, and not provide just a brief overview, but go more into depth. I want to start explaining more thoroughly what tasks each job does in its line of work. Also, I'd like to go back to talking about college and what students can do now to help them see if they would be interested in a criminal justice career.
