This video discusses how to write a successful summary in academic English. Students will learn the important do's and don'ts of summary writing and be able to read a text and summarize it more effectively.
Pages to read in Sourcework:
Download and read the article, "Do Mosquitos Love You? Blame Your Parents" BEFORE viewing the video tutorial on ENGL 203 summary writing. Use the "three techniques for open reading" mentioned in your week 1 reading from your textbook.
If you need more practice on summary writing, you can use the article, "Why More Women Get Diseases Than Men."
Use the summary rubric as a checklist to ensure you have fulfilled all the objectives of summary writing.