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This spring quarter, I joined the University Writing Program. I conducted discussion and peer review with my classmates, studied my favorite discourse community , and published blogs. I’d like to give a summary on my learning in reading, writing and critical thinking designed in these processes. Throughout the review, I will address how these experiences relate to learning outcomes at UWP. https://www.preen.com/learn/lawn-garden-tips/plants-trees-shrubs/fruits-veggies-herbs/10-tips-on-growing-your-own-vegetable-garden/   What have I learned Through the participation of various texts, videos and writing assignments this quarter, I have greatly improved my understanding of reading and writing. I learned that these two activities do not exist independently, on the contrary, they overlap and interact in many ways, and are deeply influenced by the context in which they occur. For example, in learning and understanding my discourse community, I am very interested in the posts of my commu...

In my previous blog , I covered several topics that interest me. One example mentioned a fruit tree of unique historical and cultural importance - the avocado. It became a kind of food in our life, as well as deeply affected in the agricultural and cultural traditions of each region. I would like to continue this introduction by discussing the fruit trees I am interested in, including their history and the environment in which they are grown, and their impact on modern society. Avocado Persea  americana  is a kind of fruit that originated in Central America, especially Mexico, and is believed to have been first cultivated by ancient civilizations around 500 BC. It is classified as a large berry containing a single seed. Due to their specific growing conditions for the environment, such as a mild climate and well-drained soil, avocados face unique growing challenges. With the increasing global demand for avocados, there is an urgent need to adapt farming practices to ensure sus...