1. DRAFTING YOUR ARTICLE REVIEW

2. DOES THE INTRO STATE THE MAJOR CLAIMS? Smith, in his 2008 article, “Is Technology Helpful in the Classroom?” asserts that the use of technology in the writing classroom helps students understand the writing-related concepts presented to them.

3. SUFFICIENT QUOTES TO SUPPORT CLAIMS? Smith explains, “technology can help teachers to get the attention of their students”

4. ARE THESE QUOTES EXPLAINED? Smith explains, “technology can help teachers to get the attention of their students,” meaning that technology can help students learn by targeting their interests.

5. DOES THE REVIEW DESCRIBE HOW THE AUTHOR SUPPORTED HIS ARGUMENT? Smith studied the impact of technology in the writing classroom by surveying 25 composition instructors. He asked them if and how they incorporate technology into their lessons.

6. IS THE REVIEW THOROUGH? Usually 2-3 pages Explain your argument, and the argument made in your article Be as specific and detailed as possible

7. MLA formatting Proper MLA heading: Laura Martinez Martinez 1 Ms. Martinez ENC 1102 20 February 2010 Title of your review

8. CITATION OF YOUR ARTICLE Smith, Jim. “Is Technology Helpful in the Classroom?” Journal of Technological Education 17.3 (2008): 34-50. PDF.