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The Art of Annotation. Annotation is the ability to draw out key points of a text for future reference. We only retain 10% percent of what we read. The Art of Annotation. Bracket important passages/parts Connect related ideas with lines Outline the main events in the margins
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The Art of Annotation Annotation is the ability to draw out key points of a text for future reference. We only retain 10% percent of what we read.
The Art of Annotation • Bracket important passages/parts • Connect related ideas with lines • Outline the main events in the margins • Circle words to define or tone word Use different symbols for the different parts of annotation. You will have to make a key to differentiate between the symbols.
The Art of Annotation OR • Write brief comments and question in the margins • Place an asterisk beside something unusual • Pick a way of annotating to be consistent • Use post it notes to label important events
The Art of Annotation How to annotate poetry and other literary works T - Title: ponder the title before reading the poem P - Paraphrase: translate the poem into your own words C - Connation:contemplate the poem for meaning beyond the literal A - Attitude or tone S - Shifts in speakers and in attitudes T - Title (deeper meaning) T - Theme (determine what the poet is saying) D - Devices (Literary elements)
