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Critical reading skills (EVIDENCE (Facts (Can it be proved?, Is the source…
Critical reading skills
AUDIENCE
Who's the audience?
For whom was the article written?
MAIN IDEA
One sentence
Message
Central claims
EVIDENCE
Opinions
Do i believe the author?
Facts
Can it be proved?
Is the source given?
Statistics/Experts
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The most characteristic features
decide to what extent you are prepared to accept the authors’ arguments, opinions, or conclusions
examine the evidence or arguments presented
examine the interpretations made
check out any influences on the evidence or arguments
check out the limitations of study design or focus
.NOTE TAKING
Goals of Critical Reading
to recognize an author’s purpose
to recognize bias
to understand tone and persuasive elements
Critical thinking
Rationality
Open-minded
Not letting your personal bias detract the arguments
Selectiveness
Foundation of true learning and personal developments
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