Write a summary paragraph, 1/3 of the article ‘SHIFTING CHALLENGES IN EDUCATION’ PDF file on this
Canvas Page. Make sure that you pay attention to the points given in the handout, “How to Write a Summary.”
❑ Your topic sentence should identify the topic and have a controlling idea. You can use the example in
the how-to handout to start your paragraph. “In the article, “…
❑ You should cover the main points of the article. There are many examples in the article, and you do not
need to mention all of them. However, you need to mention the important ones.
❑ Paragraph should be about 12-15 sentences
❑ Make sure that you do not give too many details. Your paragraph should not be longer than the article.
❑ Events must be sequential as presented in the article.
❑ Use Complex sentences
❑ No Opinions
Format:
❑ Indent the first line
❑ Use left alignment
❑ Should be typed – 12 points only
❑ Margin – 1” top/bottom and 1” sides
❑ Should be double-spaced
Other criteria:
❑ Spelling.
❑ Proper capitalization and punctuation
❑ Correct grammar and word order
❑ Topic and Conclusion sentences
❑ Use of transition expressions
