Mat Book Review Instructions Please Use The Following Format
4mat Book Review Instructionsplease Use The Following Format In Prepar
Summarize what you have read into 300 words (1 page). Prove you comprehend the readings by writing a thoughtful summary. The abstract is not a commentary or listing of topics but rather an objective summary of major themes from the reader's viewpoint. Use third person to retain objectivity.
Abstract equals an overview of contents. This section should include a minimum of 2 footnotes to the text being reviewed.
Be vulnerable. In no less than 150 words and no more than 1 page, relate a personal life experience that this book triggered in your memory.
Relate your story in first person, describing action, and quoting exact words you remember hearing or saying. In the teaching style of Jesus, this is a do-it-yourself parable, case study, confession. You will remember almost nothing you have read unless you make this critical, personal connection. What video memory began to roll? This is your chance to tell your story and make new ideas your own.
This is the critical thinking part of the review (not critical in the sense of negative, but in the sense of questioning). In no less than 150 words and no more than 1 page, describe what questions are raised for you in response to what you have read. Keep a rough-note sheet at hand as you read. Out smart the author by asking better questions than he/she raised in the book.
Tell how the author could have made the book better or more appealing to those in your field of service. One way to begin this section is by stating what bothered you most about the book. This is not a place to provide an endorsement or affirmation of the book. This should be an objective, fair evaluation of the text. Use third person to retain the objectivity.
So what are you going to do about it? In 2-3 pages, provide at least 3 action steps that describe what actions or changes you are going to make in your life, ministry, and/or work as a result of your reading. Action steps should be measurable and reveal a commitment to specific time, specific people, and identified steps.
Please provide a Turabian style title page, pagination, footnotes, and Bibliography. Please contact the instructor to ask permission to use an alternate format style.
Total: 5–6 pages
Submit each 4Mat Book Review by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of the module/week in which it is assigned. By David Wheeler
Paper For Above instruction
The 4MAT Book Review is a comprehensive analytical process designed to deepen understanding of a scholarly book through a structured four-part reflection: Abstract, Concrete Response, Reflection, and Action. This method not only assesses comprehension but also encourages personal connection and critical thinking, ultimately leading to meaningful application in personal and professional contexts.
Abstract
The first component of the 4MAT review requires a succinct, objective summary of the book’s core themes, arguments, and major ideas. This section should be approximately 300 words, capturing the essence without commentary or personal bias. It is essential that this overview demonstrates an understanding of the material, highlighting key points from the author's perspective. Incorporating at least two footnotes to primary texts enhances credibility and shows engagement with the source material.
Concrete Response
Following the summary, the writer must relate the content to a personal experience, forming a meaningful connection with the material. This reflective narrative should be between 150 words and one page long, written in the first person. The goal is to tell a story or share an anecdote that was triggered by the reading—perhaps a memory, a realization, or an action inspired by the book. Using direct quotes and specific actions makes the response compelling and authentic, embodying a do-it-yourself parable that internalizes the material.
Reflection
The critical thinking segment invites the writer to analyze and evaluate the book’s strengths and weaknesses critically. This section should also reflect on questions or doubts raised by the reading—questions that challenge or expand upon the author's ideas. Aiming for depth, the writer should consider how the book could have been improved, especially in ways relevant to their field or area of service. This subjective critique must be composed objectively and in the third person, emphasizing analytical engagement rather than mere opinion.
Action
Finally, the writer should formulate specific, measurable action steps—at least three—that will be implemented based on insights gained from the book. These steps should include explicit timelines, targeted individuals or groups, and clear objectives. This section should be detailed enough to demonstrate a genuine commitment to change or growth in personal, professional, or ministry contexts. It must be 2-3 pages long and include a Turabian-style title page, proper pagination, footnotes, and a bibliography for citation purposes.
Submission and Formatting
All reviews are to be 5-6 pages in length, meticulously formatted, and submitted by the stipulated deadline, usually Sunday at 11:59 p.m. ET. Use academic standards, proper citation, and clear, semantic HTML structure to ensure the review is accessible, well-organized, and SEO-friendly.
References
- Author A. (Year). Title of Book. Publisher.
- Author B. (Year). Another Relevant Book. Publisher.
- Author C. (Year). Related Journal Article. Journal Name, volume(issue), pages.
- Website/Internet Source, Accessed Date.
- Additional scholarly source relevant to review topics.