{"id":5698,"date":"2026-01-22T12:58:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T12:58:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.lboro.ac.uk\/london\/?p=5698"},"modified":"2026-01-22T13:14:31","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T13:14:31","slug":"critical-reading","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lboro.ac.uk\/london\/alss\/critical-reading","title":{"rendered":"Critical Reading"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Written by Bess Chan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When preparing for any assessment, one of the first steps is conducting thorough research and reading different sources. At this stage, some students may struggle to read efficiently and critically. If you\u2019d like more guidance on efficient reading, additional support is available on <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.lboro.ac.uk\/mod\/resource\/view.php?id=763635\">LEARN<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.lboro.ac.uk\/london\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2026\/01\/preview-12-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.lboro.ac.uk\/london\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2026\/01\/preview-12-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.lboro.ac.uk\/london\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2026\/01\/preview-12-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.lboro.ac.uk\/london\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2026\/01\/preview-12-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.lboro.ac.uk\/london\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2026\/01\/preview-12-3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.lboro.ac.uk\/london\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2026\/01\/preview-12-3.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you\u2019d like to learn more about critical reading, which is an active, analytical approach to reading that goes beyond simply understanding the words, you\u2019ll find some advice below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Read with a clear purpose<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Before reading a text, you need to ask yourself why you are reading it. Is it because you want to understand the theoretical framework, evaluate the methodology, or find empirical evidence? It\u2019s important for you to be clear about your purpose, as it\u2019ll help you focus on relevant sections. For example, if you\u2019d like to understand the theoretical framework, you may want to spend more time reading the introduction, literature review, and research questions or hypotheses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Find out more about reading different sections of research articles <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.lboro.ac.uk\/mod\/hvp\/view.php?id=1554127\"><em>here<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Question the argument systematically<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should keep asking yourself a few questions while reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is the central argument?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is there a problem that the author is addressing? If so, what is it, and why does it matter?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What assumptions are being made?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What evidence is used? Is it appropriate and sufficient?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout the process, you need to pay attention to what is emphasised and what is omitted. By doing so, you may be able to find out some possible areas for research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Click <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.lboro.ac.uk\/mod\/resource\/view.php?id=844295\"><em>here<\/em><\/a><em> for more questions which can help you better understand a text.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Evaluate theoretical\/conceptual frameworks, methodology, and evidence<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re working on long pieces of work, like dissertations, you\u2019re usually required to include a theoretical framework. This provides a foundational structure for your research. You\u2019ll use existing theories, concepts, and assumptions to guide your study, explain phenomena, and interpret your findings. Therefore, when reading, you need to find out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Whether the theoretical framework is clearly defined and justified<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whether alternative theories are acknowledged or ignored<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the framework constrains or enables the analysis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, you should evaluate the methodology and evidence. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are the methods appropriate to the research question?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is the sample, dataset, or corpus adequate?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are interpretations warranted by the data?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, awareness of methodology is essential for judging the truthfulness and validity of published research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Find out more about critical reading <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.lboro.ac.uk\/mod\/hvp\/view.php?id=1319617\"><em>here<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Take analytical notes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When reading sources, you shouldn\u2019t just read without making notes, as you can forget the details very easily. To ensure that you\u2019re actively engaging with a text, you should go beyond summarising the sources and take analytical notes. These include strengths and weaknesses, questions raised by the text, points of agreement or disagreement, and relevance to your research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Click <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.lboro.ac.uk\/mod\/hvp\/view.php?id=1554127\"><em>here<\/em><\/a><em> for notetaking techniques and <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.lboro.ac.uk\/pluginfile.php\/1398803\/mod_resource\/content\/3\/CriticalNotetaking%20template.pdf\"><em>here<\/em><\/a><em> for a critical notetaking template.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Compare and contrast sources<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Students are usually advised not to read only a few sources because you can develop a biased view on a particular issue. Therefore, one way to become objective is to read widely and understand the different views in the existing literature on a specific topic. Throughout the process, you\u2019re expected to find out the relationship between different texts \u2013 whether a source confirms, challenges, or extends existing knowledge \u2013 and the patterns, tensions, and unresolved debates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A good way to organise different ideas is to put them in a research matrix. <em>Find out more about research matrices <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.lboro.ac.uk\/mod\/hvp\/view.php?id=1554127\"><em>here<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Position sources within the literature<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After comparing and contrasting different texts, you\u2019ll be able to find out how sources are related to each other \u2013 whether one confirms, extends, or challenges other established work. This step is crucial in research, especially when you\u2019re writing the literature review. In this section, you should identify the gaps in existing literature and show how your research is going to address them. Therefore, when you\u2019re familiar with the sources, it\u2019s likely that you\u2019ll find out what\u2019s missing in the current literature through understanding the relationships among various sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Click <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.lboro.ac.uk\/pluginfile.php\/2140845\/mod_label\/intro\/Your%20literature%20review%20%28Part%201%29_%20defining_%20purpose_%20critical%20reading%20and%20which%20sources%20to%20include._default_460c235c%20%281%29_default.mp4\"><em>here<\/em><\/a><em> for more information on the relationship between critical reading and literature reviews.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Maintain intellectual scepticism<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Critical reading is not about dismissing work but engaging with it rigorously. Therefore, you should not accept claims at face value but check for overgeneralisations, unsupported claims, and methodological flaws. Remember: we accept different viewpoints even they are against our stance, and we need to readily reject arguments if they are not strong enough, even if they may support our point of view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>Developing critical reading skills takes time and practice! If you have any questions about the tips shared, you can book a 1-2-1 meeting with me, Bess Chan, your London-based EAP Tutor, via <a href=\"mailto:p.chan@lboro.ac.uk\" id=\"mailto:p.chan@lboro.ac.uk\">email<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/outlook.office.com\/book\/ALSS11Bookings@lunet.onmicrosoft.com\/s\/biTyQXsy7EKax7kTXGmU6w2?ismsaljsauthenabled\" id=\"https:\/\/outlook.office.com\/book\/ALSS11Bookings@lunet.onmicrosoft.com\/s\/biTyQXsy7EKax7kTXGmU6w2?ismsaljsauthenabled\">booking form<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Written by Bess Chan When preparing for any assessment, one of the first steps is conducting thorough research and reading different sources. At this stage, some students may struggle to read efficiently and critically. If you\u2019d like more guidance on efficient reading, additional support is available on LEARN. 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