Kiah Green

Dr. Guadaño

Spanish 475w

15 December 2022

Final Reflection: Integrative Learning

Experience

During my Spanish 475 writing class, I was afforded the opportunity to expand my

Spanish writing skills through the use of planning productive techniques when writing and

researching topics further. The goal was a ten page paper that had a specific step by step

process to show our opinion and beliefs with the use of cited scholarly sources to support these

claims. My topic is why one should study Spanish in the United States; I go into further detail on

this process using attached documents I have on this site. There, you will also see my step

process with greater expansion in each topic. These topics include the following: the

prospectus, annotated bibliography, clarification essay, the draft, voice presentation, and the

final essay. The prospectus was for gathering topics, the annotated bibliography was finding

sources and explaining why they are important for our chosen topic, the clarification essay was

used to really express our point of view on our subject and lastly, the draft, voice presentation

and final essay were used to clearly state and cite our thoughts and perceptions. I can use my

new found information from chosen sources to further my career choice which is to translate

further in healthcare. In addition, my future plans and dreams are to travel to a predominantly

Spanish speaking country to immerse myself in the language. I have also been blessed with an

internship in the healthcare field which made me realize my passion for translation. This course

helped me most with how I am going to present myself for future translation jobs through my

writing. Jobs require a resume and cover letter which involve detailed expanding of skills I have
and presentation of experience and educational achievements. I am excited to see how the

gained knowledge through this course will further my success beyond the classroom.

Discipline

Two important assignments that have helped me understand my field better was my

voice presentation and final paper. I include specific categorized examples on why one should

study Spanish in the United States. Referring back to this document and video, one of my

examples of my topic include that it is a good stepping stone to other languages, meaning

exposure to a new language or understanding reasons and forms of different grammatical use.

During my internship experience, I was introduced to the language of Brazilian Portuguese;

although I do not understand any of it, I have decided to start pursuing more knowledge about

this language. The Portuguese speaking patients need translating service just as much as the

Spanish speaking patients. I would have never had the opportunity for this encounter if it were

not for pursuing the Spanish language during my ODU experience.

Transfer

In my opinion, going outside into the community to help those in need is a rewarding

experience. I can use the information learned from this class in my outside situations through

job applications and translational writing about important documents presented in the

workplace. I chose these two specific examples because I needed a class to help broaden my

spanish language skills when writing, and improve my translational skills for both the English

and Spanish language. These constructed skills are presented through each stage of my writing

presented on this site.

Integrated Communication:

I can use this class structure for my future endeavors by choosing concrete explanations

to keep the goal language stay understood and centered. These kinds of explanations help

avoid translation loss and keep the main idea of the message clear. Here is one example that

helps keep ideas short and clear but equal to the goal language and message for the receiver.

At the interpreting internship in the clinic, there is an eligibility process that lets patients know if

they can be admitted to see doctors and providers. There are steps to these qualifications and

one of them includes proof of employment and income. This letter allows patients who receive

job payments through cash to provide this proof needed to move forward with medical services.

I have included the example in English and in Spanish.

EMPLOYMENT LETTER TEMPLATE_ENGLISH.docx

EMPLOYMENT LETTER TEMPLATE_SPANISH.docx

Self assessment and Reflection

My future goals include continuing to study Spanish towards advanced fluency, travel,

and success in my career. I do have a new found passion for translating in the clinic this

semester and I am excited to take my writing skills with me. I will still continue to reach out for

learning opportunities and further my knowledge in the Spanish language. With my bachelor’s

degree, I have the mindset, study habits, and potential to continue with education by applying

for a certificate opportunity in the field of Medical Spanish Translation. I have not completely

decided if this is the route I want to take, but I always know I will keep moving forward.