1. This text surprised me because it made me realize that I've been doing peer reviews wrong. In past peer reviews, I thought being short and sweet was easier for the writer to follow. I never wanted to get too critical because I didn't want to come off as being rude or sounding like the teacher. However, by reading this text I now know that my reviews weren't very helpful to my classmates because it just made things more unclear. I am surprised to know that by writing out full statements and using as many praises as compliments, I will be very beneficial to my peers. The more specific you are the more you are pushing your peers to write a better paper. Lastly, I was interested to know that in a peer review it is important to be free with your comments while also being constructive.
2. There were many strategies listed in this text. I think just by reading the text I have learned so many helpful tips for my next peer review. One strategy that stood out to me was writing comments in the margins and at the end of the paper. In the past, I have just written short comments in the margins. However, now I know to still make comments in the margins but be more specific with the feedback. Also, by writing at the end, I can get even more specific and elaborate on what I think the writer has done well and what needs some work. I think this is a great way to stay organized with your feedback. Another strategy I thought was helpful was to praise but also be constructive. I think it's important not to knock your peers down. Giving praise and also good, specific critiques will make my classmates better writers.
3. I have done peer reviews in the past but after reading "Really Responding" I know how to improve my peer reviewing skills. This text made a positive impact on me because I've learned multiple strategies, such as making a checklist before you read a paper and others, that will help me in the future. If I remember the strategies, I will help my classmates become better writers.
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