Article Summary and Critique
20 possible points
• Must be one page, typed, in Times New Roman, 12 point font, double spaced.
• Must have at least one paragraph summarizing the article (no plagiarizing)
• Must have at least one paragraph critiquing the article…tell why you agree or disagree with the contents of the article. Cite specific examples from your own teaching/observing in the classroom that supports your opinion.
• Must cite the article in APA format. You can look this up online if you do not have an APA manual. Here is an example:
Moore, K.D. (2015). Effective instructional strategies: From theory to practice, 4th ed. Sage Publications, Inc.
• Late article summaries and critiques will have point deductions for each day they are late. If you are not in class when an article summary/critique is due, it is your responsibility to email it to me on the day of class to not incur point penalties.
Grammar, Spelling, Mechanics (4 points) Formatting (2 points) Summary (6 points) Critique (6 points) APA Citation (2 points)
All sentences must use proper spelling, grammar, and mechanics. Points will be deducted for errors in spelling, grammar, and mechanics. Your paper must be typed in Times New Roman 12 point font and double spaced. Points will be deducted for not following the specified format. You must provide a summary of the article in your own words. The reader of your summary has not read your article, so provide a thorough and concise summary so that your reader will understand what the article was about. Points will be deducted for summaries that involve plagiarism or are not thorough and concise. You must provide a critique of the article, citing your opinion of the contents of the article. You must cite specific examples from your own teaching/observation in the classroom to support your opinions. Points will be deducted for not providing a thorough critique or citing examples from your own teaching/observing. The article must be cited in proper APA format. Points will be deducted for improper citation.
THESE ARE THE 2 ARTICLE TOPICS
The Challenge of Teaching in a Changing Society*
Teaching Diverse Students*
