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How to read a journal article

Overview:
This workshop introduces students to the concept of how to read academic journal articles. The session covers the typical contents and arrangement of academic articles and provides tips and advice on the best approach to reading them.

Level:
Beginner/Novice

Learning Outcomes:

  • Know what journal articles are

  • Understand the possible formats and content of articles

  • Be able to develop strategies for reading articles

Pillars:
Discover, Question, Manage

Supporting Resources:
Develop@Derby Critical thinking guide includes a section on reading academic information as well as covering the main critical thinking and reading skills students will develop at university

Template to help students analyse a journal article.