This week I learned that grammar is really hard, but really
useful. When I was in high school, I used to ace every grammar test and do
really well in my writing and speaking. Grammar was really important to me when
I was taking the classes, but I came to realize with taking M Comm that my
grammar has really suffered in the last couple of years. I found myself
forgetting simple rules and making dumb mistakes in my writing. I had grown
very lax in my writing and speaking. I was horrified to realize I had made
mistakes in emails to recruiters and future employers. Luckily, they still talk
to me. The “so what” behind this post it the realization that I need to step it
up and begin to care about grammar again. I’m in the midst of recruiting season
and am sending out lots of emails, resumes, etc. and I need to get back into
the grammar game.
I am very guilty in becoming "lax" with my grammar usage. I guarantee I have made mistakes in formal letters. It is hard to pay attention to grammar when we are not held accountable for it. Sign me up for the grammar game.
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree. I always thought that I had good grammar skills, but taking MCOM has quickly shown me that I am wrong. In taking so many science classes the last few years, I haven't had enough practice in polishing my writing skills. Now that I am getting back in the "grammar game", I realize how important it is that I keep practicing. No matter what kind of job I end up in, writing and speaking correctly is going to be an important skill to have, so I need to keep up on my skills.
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