The best book is not
the book I like best.
The best
book is the
book that takes you
where you want to go.
Brian Baxter,
American bookseller
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Reading and research series
Critical reading
Summarize, review and study your reading assignment,
whether
book, chapter, handout, article, whitepaper,
etc.:
Characteristics of Critical Readers
- They are honest with themselves
- They resist manipulation
- They overcome confusion
- They ask questions
- They base judgments on evidence
- They look for connections between subjects
- They are intellectually independent
Ask yourself the following questions as you read:
- What is the topic of the book or reading?
What issues are
addressed?
- What conclusion does the author reach about the issue(s)?
- What are the author's reasons for his or her statements or
belief?
Is the author using facts, theory, or faith?
Facts can be proven
Theory is to be proved and should not
be confused with fact
Opinions may or may not be based on sound reasoning
Faith is not subject to proof by its nature
- Has the author used neutral words or emotional words?
Critical readers look beyond the language to see if the reasons are
clear
- Be aware of why you do, or do not, accept arguments of the
author
Reading and research series
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