Synthesizing Info
Synthesis is NOT summarizing. It is combining multiple sources to create a new argument or conclusion.
Step 1: The Core 🔍
First, identify the common theme or question that connects the different texts.
Step 2: Connect 🔗
Do the sources agree (corroborate) or disagree (contradict)?
Step 3: Integrate ✍️
Combine the viewpoints to form a nuanced, C1-level argument.
Don't just list them!
Source A says X. Source B says Y. ❌ (This is summary)
Source A claims X, whereas Source B argues Y, suggesting that... ✅ (This is synthesis)
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Yes, but carefully! Synthesis is about forming *your* argument based on the evidence provided by the sources. Don't just invent facts, but use the sources to build your unique conclusion. 💡
Do the sources always have to disagree?
Not at all! They can agree (corroborate) and build on each other's points. E.g., Source A says eating vegetables is healthy, and Source B adds that they specifically help heart health. You synthesize by saying: "Vegetables promote overall wellness, particularly cardiovascular health." 🥦❤️
If I am in an IELTS Writing Task 2, is it better to summarize or synthesize?
Synthesize! To get a high band score (Band 7+), examiners want to see you taking different viewpoints (e.g., Some people think X, others think Y) and weaving them into a complex, nuanced paragraph, rather than just writing a simple list of facts. 📝🏆
Is it okay to use my own opinion when synthesizing?