I had a wonderful teacher–Jordan Singer – who could even make grammar interesting. I never wanted to miss a class. I struggled most with essay writing, but I went from a C to an A student under my teacher’s guidance. The extensive editing processes really helped identify my weaknesses. More importantly, it taught me how to correct my mistakes. Additionally, I was exposed to different types of essay writing expected of university students. This made the transition to university much easier. The selection of books we read throughout the year was very thought-provoking. Class discussion contributed to my understanding of the material and often shed light on deeper meanings hidden in the text. Even though the level of comprehension and writing skills may vary between students in the class, I felt respected and encouraged to share my ideas. My teacher always spoke to students the way he would to a colleague. This may seem trivial, but it built my confidence and taught me to communicate my ideas eloquently. I’m thankful to have enrolled in the class, which helped me improve my written, analytical, and communication skills.