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Forms of Writing

Summary and Critique

 

Summary and critique are terms that describe rhetorical modes (ways of organizing and developing ideas) as well as individual "pieces" of writing. Summary and critique are foundations for many forms of academic and professional writing, such as book reports and literature reviews.

Some general principles apply to summary and critique. Download the SMU Writing Center's PDF on Writing a Summary, Response and Critique.

Click on a link below for explanations.

 

Online Resources

Critiques

Susan Katz and Jennie Skerl, Rensselaer Writing Center

Writing A Critique

Berea College (Kentucky) Learning Center

Writing Critiques

Bobbi A. Kerlin, PhD . Important elements to consider when writing a critique

Helpful Hints for Writing a Critique

Academic Support Center, Chesapeake College

Writing A Critique

University of Hawaii

Critical Reviews

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Reviews & Critiques

Texas A & M Univesrity Writing Center

The Book Review or Article Critique

University of Toronto

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