2. A summary is a
significant reduction
of the original source.
3. To write an effective summary, follow these
guidelines:
• Determine the main idea of the piece you have
read or viewed.
• Write one sentence that captures that main idea.
• As you read or view, note the major areas of
evidence that the piece provides.
• Then write one sentence that communicates the
gist of each of these major areas.
15. First Summary Directions
• Watch the documentary video “Silicon Prairie:
America’s New Internet Economy
• Determine the main idea.
• Decide the areas of evidence.
• Write a summary of the video in 8 – 10 sentences.
• Be sure to follow the format guidelines in your
text!
• This summary is due at our next class meeting.