Submission Types

Short Critique (1,000–1,500 words)

• 1. Introduction (150–200 words) – Briefly introduce the research paper, its significance, and your stance.

  2. Summary (200–300 words) – Summarize key findings and methodology.

  3. Merits (300–400 words) – Discuss strengths in methodology, argument, and contribution.

  4. Demerits (300–400 words) – Address limitations, biases, and overlooked aspects.

  5. Suggestions for Future Research (150–250 words) – Recommend improvements and new directions.

  6. Conclusion (100–150 words) – Wrap up with a balanced evaluation.

Standard  Critique (2,500–4,000 words)

• 1. Introduction (250–400 words) – Contextualize the study, state your critique’s purpose.

  2. Summary (400–600 words) – More detailed summary of aims, methods, and key findings.

  3. Merits (600–900 words) – Discuss contributions, soundness of methodology, clarity of argument.

  4. Demerits (600–900 words) – Critique flaws in methodology, biases, gaps, theoretical shortcomings.

  5. Suggestions for Future Research (400–600 words) – Propose specific improvements, alternative methodologies, or new research questions.

  6. Conclusion (200–300 words) – Reinforce your overall evaluation.

Extended Critique  (5,000+ words)

• Engages deeply with methodology, literature review, and theoretical implications.

• May include comparisons with other studies.