Paper Review Guidelines:

1. General guidelines: Presentation to be conducted on Thursday, 21st December between 11 –

Note: All presentations to be saved at the following path by Wednesday, 20th December, 12 pm:

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2. Review specific guidelines:

 Introduction:
1. Title and Authors:
a. Begin your review by providing the full title of the paper and the
names of the authors.
2. Brief Summary:
a. Summarize the main objective of the paper in a few sentences.
b. Include the key findings and contributions of the study.
 Critical Evaluation:
3. Clarity and Structure:
a. Assess the overall clarity and organization of the paper.
b. Comment on the structure of the paper – whether it follows a logical
sequence.
 Abstract:
a. Evaluate the abstract for its clarity and its ability to provide a concise
overview of the paper.
 Introduction:
a. Comment on the effectiveness of the introduction in setting the
context and explaining the significance of the research.
 Methodology:
a. Evaluate the appropriateness and rigor of the methodology used.
b. Assess whether the methodology is well-described and can be
replicated.
 Results:
a. Analyse the presentation of results – are they clear, well-organized,
and supported by appropriate figures or tables?
 Discussion:
a. Evaluate the interpretation of results in the discussion section.
b. Assess whether the authors relate their findings to existing literature
and theories.
 Critical Analysis:
a. Strengths: Identify the strengths of the paper, such as innovative
methods, robust analysis, or significant contributions to the field.
b. Weaknesses: Highlight any weaknesses in the study – be it
methodological flaws, limitations, or areas that require clarification.
 c. Critical Thinking: Demonstrate your critical thinking skills by offering
constructive suggestions for improvement.

 Conclusion:
a. Summarize your overall assessment of the paper.
b. Provide recommendations for further research or improvements.
 Writing Style and Language:
a. Writing Style:
- Comment on the clarity and conciseness of the writing.
- Identify any grammatical or typographical errors.
b. Language:
- Assess whether the language is appropriate for the target
audience.
- Suggest improvements for clarity or better expression.
 Final Thoughts:
 Overall Impression:
a. Offer your overall impression of the paper – its strengths,
weaknesses, and potential impact on the field.
 Recommendation:
a. Conclude with a recommendation regarding the publication of the
paper.

Note: Remember to provide specific examples or quotes from the paper to support your points and
to maintain a respectful tone even when criticizing aspects of the paper. Please be thorough,
objective, and fair in their evaluations.