Assignment #1: Why Writing 101

First thing I thought when I learned it was mandatory to take an English class is, "I already know how to write! Why do I have to take more English??" However, as the great philosopher Socrates said, if you think you know everything there is to know, you don't leave room for improvement. In fact, when you are examined by another, you may be found incompetent. I'm taking English 101 to better my writing and speaking skills because I aspire to be an English teacher overseas. I think I am what some consider a "cocky writer". Usually I write something and automatically expect it to be greatness, I barely look it over and turn it in. I have a lot of creative thoughts and literal juices flowing but I think my skills have weakened over the years and I make silly mistakes. I need to be brought back down to Earth with my writing and be further analyzed to become an even better writer in the future.