LACLAC, ELJEAN SARUCAM

MEE 105

MY REFLECTION

Discussing with my co-presenter the grammatical analysis involving the different

kinds of grammatical tests such as reduction, expansion, substitution, insertion,
omission, and permutation made me realize that there are various ways on how
a writer or a speaker deliver his/her thoughts and ideas effectively. There are
numerous ways on how to play with the words to make a composition clearer,
and appealing to the listeners and or readers. But there are also considerations
to take into account so that a certain statement would be understandable and
grammatically accepted.

I have learned that bad or incorrect grammar sometimes could be a barrier to

understanding.

Teaching grammar especially to primary and secondary learners is crucial

because knowing how to use correct grammar would also harness and enhance
understanding of a student in different disciplines and might create good
opportunities and chances to the overall development of a child. This could also
affect the development of a child’s self-esteem and confidence and also
strengthen his/her determination to try new things.

Grammar could alter meanings and could affect the interpretation of a

reader/listener. Through going through that discussion, I have added value and
weigh of me being a prescriptivist teacher, especially if it is neede.