This essay required the use of at least two sources, which required the use of citations. While drafting this essay, I had some issues with citations. I did not realize or think of it until after my rough draft was edited by another classmate. I realized I had forgotten to use page numbers after my quotes. I went back into the books required for class to revisit the rules on integrating quotations. I realized I did not have to cite the author again if I previously had. The books helped me come up with new ways to integrate the sources so I was not too repetitive. They gave me examples and helped me improve my writing. I learned new ways to address the opposing argument and how to strengthen my own by my word choice while integrating the quotes.

For example, in my social media essay I stated, “ Jean M. Twenge, author of The Atlantic, “Have Smartphones Destroyed a Generation?” disagrees,” with the claim I made. I then continued to explain that, “All screen activities are linked to less happiness, and all non screen activities are linked to more happiness” (Twenge 7). These are examples of my ability to correctly integrate and introduce sources, which I have learned and improved over this course.