Writing Assignment – Summarize your article’s main three points in a single paragraph, per the guidelines of the assignment. Engage in the Module 2 ‘Researching’ to understand how to find reliable sources, and also do the Interactive Learning Exercises.
WHAT IS A SUMMARY?
A summary is a brief version of a longer work that captures the main ideas of the original
How do I write one?
1. Read the work thoroughly. It is important that you understand the material before attempting to write a summary.
2. Take notes–in your own words– as you read. TIP: Notice headings and other written clues that point out information that is most important.
3. Review your notes and underline or highlight the major points made in the work
4. Write a brief description of the major points in your own words, bu no opinion or reflection regarding the quality of the article—only main points of the content..
Include required ciaions in-e
—Adapted from Rasmussen Library and Learning Se
MODULE 2 ASSIGNMENT STRUCTURE
1.First sentence: Provide the author and title of the article in the opening sentence.
2.Follow with three to five sentences explaining the article’s main points.
3.Include an APA style citation, in-text and References, per the rubric.
4.Review the example in the announcements for Module 2, and this powerpoint for guidance
TWO REASONS TO CITE SOURCES
1.To give credit to the original author
2.To show you’ve done the research
