Academic Summary Writing A how-to guide

What is an academic summary? A brief piece of writing that highlights all of the main points of a text.

How do I write an academic summary? Step 1 Read the article – twice.

How do I write an academic summary? Step 1 Read the article – twice. Step 2 Make notes on your text – at least one or two words for each paragraph.

How do I write an academic summary? Step 3 Write the summary, include the following: Include the title of the article and author’s name Detail the main point of the article. Include one or two details that the author provides. Include one quote sandwich Keep your summaries between one and two paragraphs.

Author’s Name Title of the Article Main point At least one example of point Quote Sandwich What do I need to do now? Step 1 – Read your articles – twice! Step 2 - Make notes on your text, at least two words per paragraph. Step 3 – Write rough drafts for each of your articles.

In Your Academic Summary: Author’s Name (If you can find it) Article title (in quotations marks) MAIN POINT The MAIN POINT of the article (What’s it about?) A quote sandwich from the article that supports what you say is the main point. Possible weakness of the article as a source