(main idea/argument)
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How to write a summary.
According to ___________________ (year), __________________________________ ______.
___________'s article on ______________ discusses the ____________________.Summary Nhomakorabeariting
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Take out a piece of paper for notes!
Today’s lesson is one of the following: Useful tips for writing summaries How to stay fit and keep thin. Whichever one it is, take notes!
Selected evidence and details will be omitted.
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What is a Summary?
Rearranging words or substituting words is not enough. You must express the meaning of the writing in your own words. (But not use your own opinions/interpretations)
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How to write a summary.
In his/her article (or lecture) ”_ (title, first letter capitalized) ,” year. (author/lecturer's last name) argues/claims/reports/contends/ maintains/states that ____________________________.
Then go back and read it again for full understanding (checking words ect.).
Make sure you understand the text completely
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How to write a summary.
Write the main idea of each section. Looking at your notes, decide what the main
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What is a Summary?
Summaries do not include the summary writers opinion or interpretation.
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What is a Summary?
A good summary will probably include the main idea of each paragraph and the main evidence supporting those ideas.
states/maintains/argues that ... (Author's last name) also believes that ... (Author's last name) concludes that
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Examples
The following two examples are summaries of articles you can go back and read on your own.
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How to write a summary.
Skim the text look for a thesis, topic sentences and key words.
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How to write a summary.
Read the text one time through, even if you don’t understand everything.
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How to write a summary.
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How to write a summary.
For longer summaries: The author goes on to say that ... The article (author) further states that ... (Author's last name) also
idea of the main piece is and write the thesis.
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How to write a summary.
Notes: the source (author--first/last name, title,
date of publication, volume number, place of publication, publisher, URL, etc.) the main idea of the original (paraphrased) the major supporting points (in outline form) major supporting explanations (e.g. reasons/causes or effects)
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What is a Summary?
Writing a summary involves putting the main ideas into your own words and including only the main point(s).
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What is a Summary?
Summaries are much shorter than the original source.
For additional examples of summaries check page 349 in your textbook.