D269 Composition Writing with a Strategy COMBINED TASK 1,2,3 2026-2027 Western Governors University

D269 Composition: Writing with a Strategy COMBINED TASK 1,2,3 2026-2027 Western Governors University

RGM3 Task 1: Analysis of Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Speech RGM3 Task 2: Professional Educator Reflection on Muzzy Lane Activity RGM3 Task 3: Cover Letter for Preschool Aide Position

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RGM3: Analysis of a Text

Task 1

D269 Task 1 Student Name: Jenatia Y. Bridges Summary

Please provide a complete overview of your selected text.

The article I chose was Steve Jobs Stanford speech from 2005. During his speech he told personal tales, starting with him dropping out of college himself, allowing him time to drop in on classes and explore subjects that he wouldn’t have been able to with a normal class workload. He also talked about starting Apple by releasing the Macintosh and using skills he learned in the calligraphy course that he dropped into during his college days. He also talks about losing his position at apple and how it really gave him the fuel to start NeXT and Pixar, which later merged with apple. Lastly, he talks about facing death and how it made him realize that life is short and you should follow your passion and live for you.

Purpose Please explain the purpose of your selected text.

I believe that this speech was written to inspire those graduates to be true to themselves, take time to reflect and find what makes them happy. It is important to our character to follow your passions and learn from mistakes and mishaps.

Context

Please explain the larger historical or cultural moment when your selected text was written.

In 2005, technology had taken by s huge turn There were so many tech advances during the year, like the launch of google maps, the Xbox 360, apple announced that they would move to intel processors, as well as introducing the mac mini, and then intel introducing dual-core processors with AMD, and even the glorious rise of web 2.0 services like YouTube and one of my favorites Reddit.

Audience

Please provide the specific audience for your selected text.

Steve Jobs gave this speech at Standford to the graduates of 2005, their friends, families and the Stanford faculty, however this speech reached millions and is still historically relevant to this day. I think that audience is more expansive and would be able to influence anyone with a growth mindset.

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RGM3: Analysis of a Text Appeals

Task 1

Please explain two to three rhetorical appeals used in the text. Please use the name of the appeal, provide one to two examples per appeal, and connect the examples to the appeal with discussion.

Steve Jobs used the rhetorical appeal of Ethos, also known as credibility, by being vulnerable and sharing personal struggles that he went through like dropping out of school, losing his position at apple and even getting discouraged. Jobs also used Logos or logic when taking the time to reflect on his struggles and seeing how they helped build a much brighter future for himself while doing things that he loves.

Sources

Please provide a complete reference for your selected text, including author, date, title, and url.

Jobs, S. (2005, June 12). ‘You’ve got to find what you love,’ Jobs says. Stanford Report. https://news.stanford.edu/stories/2005/06/youve-got-find-love-jobs-says

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Task 2 - This is my version of Task 2

Composition: Writing with a Strategy (Western Governors University)

Jenatia Bridges

The Professional Educator

11/10/2025

Task 2

A. I chose the Muzzy Lane Activity “Social Media Policy” in lesson 3.2. The lesson simulated a group text with colleagues, during the simulation I was able to apply the knowledge of proper professional etiquette and communicating in a professional manner. During the simulation we displayed a healthy understanding of integrity, professionalism, communication as well as empathy, intellectual courage and a growth mindset by trying to learn the policies and apply them.

B. 1. Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education 2. liscensure 3. https://cm.wgu.edu/t5/Ed-Prep-Program-and-Licensure/Ed-Prep-Program-andLicensure-Requirements-Handbook-Home-Page/ta-p/1386 4. https://cm.wgu.edu/t5/Clinical-Experiences-Handbook/Clinical-Experience-HandbookInitial-Licensure-Programs-Home/ta-p/142

C. WGU School of Education’s restorative practices role is to train future teachers to build a sense of belonging, commit that all individuals can learn and create healthy working and learning environments.

D. 1. For the Educator Preparation Program Gateway candidates must complete at least 12 competency units if undergraduate or 8 for maters with a 3.00 GPA, Complete the Professional Dispositions and Ethics Self- Assessment as part of your course work, Attempt the program-required Basic Skills Test, & Complete Background Clearance process in Complio.

2. For Admission to Early Clinicals you must have received a fully cleared background clearance and have zero unresolved Professional Dispositions and Ethics concerns.

3. For admission to advanced clinicals you must receive a fully cleared background clearance, attempt program required content tests, have 9 or less competency units remaining prior to advanced clinical experiences, & have zero unresolved Professional Dispositions and Ethics concerns.

Jenatia Bridges

The Professional Educator

11/10/2025

4. For completion of Program/Graduation you must meet all course and degree requirementsincluding Professional Dispositions and Ethics Self-Assesment and all clinical requirements, pass the school of education content test required for graduation and complete graduate application and exit survey 5. South Carolina A. https://cm.wgu.edu/t5/Ed-Prep-Program-and-Licensure/South-CarolinaTeacher-Licensure/ta-p/1477 B. Direct 6. True 7. True

RGM3 Task 3- Editing and Revising Text

Composition: Writing with a Strategy (Western Governors University)

RGM3: Editing and Revising Text

Sample Text 2

D269 – Task 3 Edits in red Revisions crossed out and in purple The following is a cover letter for a preschool job aide position available at a university daycare center.

To Whom It May Concern: After Upon hearing many good things about the daycare services at Grisham State University, I wanted to see if there were any inquire about a job opportunitity for a person such as me made available. I was very pleased to see an opportunity as a preschool aide. I am very excited to see that a position as a preschool aide needs to be filled.

My personal interests would aid me in this job as well make me a well-rounded candidate for this position. In my free time, I like to papercraft, I love using use my Cricut to make things, and give gifts. I am very good at coming up with creative projects for little hands and small attention spans. Also, I volunteer my time as a book club leader for third-grade girls in my school district. Education and working with people is what motivates me; I intend on No matter what I will working in education until I retire.

I have worked experience as a preschool aide before at my local YMCA. For two years, I helped the fouryear-old class, alongside the preschool teacher. Pamela White. In this setting I did all the traditional aide duties, including light cleaning and working with students one on one. At the end of my time with the YMCA, I was given presented with the "Brightest Star" award. I also have a lot of babysitting experience.

I have many siblings to and that has helped me learn how to take care of others. In addition to this, I have babysitting experience and many siblings that have taught me how to care for others.

In addition to my experience as a preschool aide, What sets me apart is I also speak Spanish and some French. I am familiar competent with several computer programs including Excel, and Word and a handful of others. I’m an quick active learner and can pick up new systems super fast new information quickly. Safety is my number one concern priority, and I pride myself on my attention to detail and my positive outlook attitude. I am currently enrolled at Western Governors University where I am in the process of earning my teaching certificate. I love school!

My other hobbies are include book clubs and rock climbing, One exercised my mind and the other exercises my body. these help me stay active in both body and mind. It’s important to be in good shape when taking care of little ones. If you can’t tell already, I’m definitely interested in this job. Please do contact me for additional information!. The prospect of this opportunity excites me and I look forward to furthering our communication.

For further information, Please contact me reach out at 555-5522. Texting is preferred.

Thank you for your time, Jo Jones

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B. Reasons for revisions: The letter could benefit from more professional and concise language. The writer uses very casual sentence structure that needs better grammatical usage and punctuation. The entire text has been changed to a consistent font type and size.

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Revisions made: 1. Changed “After” to “Upon” for a stronger, less casual start 2. Added “services” at the end of daycare for more specificity 3. Re-worked the first paragraph sentence language for a more professional audience 4. Re-worded “aid me in this job as well” for professionalism

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Edits made: 1. Added commas to the “free time” sentence to indicate interests in a more simplified list form.

2. Removed the italics from the third paragraph as this is unnecessary 3. Added a comma after “Also” due to being the starting sentence word 4. Removed extra space between “for third grade” 5. Removed “Pamala White” as the teacher’s name is irrelevant

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The introduction was unsuccessful and lacked clarity on what job the writer intended on applying for. It also lacked specificity about the daycare itself. It used verbiage that was too casual for the type of letter it is supposed to be rendering it unprofessional.

A strength of the writer was the portrayal of their overall excitement for the position available and expressing enthusiastic interest.

The weakest part of the text was the lack of experience of writing a professional grade letter for a job. It also lacked cohesiveness in explaining their relevant work experience.

The conclusion was unsuccessful at bringing the information to a close. They do not provide any other information or a relevant closing statement. It feels like an abrupt end with no further excitement expressed.

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