Topic: Summary and analysis of journal article (attached as pdf file)
Order Description
Assessment Task 1:
Summary and analysis of journal article by Ruecker (attached as pdf file)
Task Description:
Write a summary and analysis of the attached journal article.
1) Analyse the generic structure of the paper, identifying the generic stages and features of the text.
(this section: approximately 200 words)
2) Summarise the main ideas of the text, paraphrasing appropriately and citing relevant sources effectively. Direct quotations should be limited to a maximum of 50 words in total. The summary should:
– start with a brief statement of the topic/issue and the gap in current knowledge
– follow with a brief statement of the authors’ research aim/purpose
– focus mainly on the authors’ own research (what did they do? what did they find? what were their conclusions?)
You do not need to summarise the literature review section of the article, except to the extent that it helps in writing your summary of what the authors’ own research focuses on.
(this section: approximately 600 words)
3) Apply any interesting ideas from this paper to theories, concepts or principles in the fields of Applied Linguistics or TESOL. This section should extend and reflect on ideas within the article, and relate these ideas to knowledge gained from other sources. These sources may include:
a. Readings from other subjects
b. Further readings you have found on a similar topic
c. Knowledge you have gained as a learner of English
d. Knowledge you have gained from your professional practice
You should cite at least 3 separate academic sources in this section.
(this section: approximately 400 words)
Note using academic writing style
Assessment criteria:
Subject Objective Criteria Weight
a, c Identification of generic stages and features of the text 20%
c Effectiveness of summary and paraphrasing 20%
e Relevance of links to academic and professional experience 20%
d Appropriateness of written academic style 20%
a, d Accuracy of in-text citations and reference list 20%
