Instructions for writing a strong summary
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This paper contains basic step-by-step instructions for writing a summary for a scholarly article.
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When writing a summary for a scholarly article, it is necessary to state the basic facts about the article. First, give the main idea the author presents. Next, discuss the supporting points the author uses to reach that idea. Next, discuss strengths and weaknesses revealed in the author's work. Finally, conclude by briefly restating the points already discussed and draw your own conclusions about the article.
Begin by stating the main idea or thesis of the article. If stated directly, simply restate it in your own words. If ...
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