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LANG 1404 - Advanced Academic English for University Studies

Library course guide for LANG 1404 Advanced Academic English for University Studies

How to Read (Digest) an Academic Article

When scanning the article to determine if it is suitable for my assignment or writing task, ask:

  • What is the purpose of the study (why the article was written)?
  • How does this article relate to my research topic?
  • What are the conclusions or findings of the study? Do I agree or disagree and why?
  • Will this article contribute to my research argument?

Watch this video from Utah State University Library to learn how to read an academic article efficiently.

Anatomy of an Academic Article

screen capture of NCSU's anatmoy of research article -clickable

Thanks to NCSU Libraries for this excellent tutorial!

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