Synthesis — Course Objectives

At the end of this course, you will be able to say:

I can...

compare and contrast information from different sources

understand what elements to include in a synthesis

develop and refine a thesis statement for a synthesis essay

take notes on a lecture or presentation

predict test questions using class notes and readings

analyze essay questions

pace myself while taking an essay test

find connections in different types of sources

read at a speed of approximately 200 words per minute

compare and contrast literary characters

find connections in different types of sources

distinguish between a summary and a synthesis of two stories

summarize and write critically about information I have

synthesized

critically review a peer's essay