Narrative Framing

Theory-driven reading tactic — define a theoretical framework first, then guide reading to fill it with evidence. Five stages (theme identification, argument construction, evidence collection, counter-evidence, synthesis). The most intellectually demanding tactic.

yogsoth-ai Updated

File contents

Narrative Framing

Define a theoretical framework first, then guide reading to fill it with evidence.

Stages

  1. Theme identification — from initial reading, identify 3-5 major themes
  2. Argument construction — define the narrative arc (thesis → evidence → synthesis)
  3. Evidence collection — targeted reading to support each theme
  4. Counter-evidence — actively search for work that challenges the narrative
  5. Synthesis — weave themes into coherent argument

Available SOPs

  • paper-search (import) — targeted reading for evidence
  • paper-research (import) — deep reading of key supporting/opposing papers
  • thematic-coding (subagent) — identify patterns across papers
  • web-research (import) — blogs, opinion pieces, industry perspectives

Execution Guidance

  • This is the most "intellectual" tactic — requires judgment about what matters
  • thematic-coding helps identify patterns across papers
  • CC must actively seek counter-evidence (intellectual honesty)
  • Output is not a list but a structured argument
  • Themes should emerge from reading, not be imposed a priori

yogsoth-ai/literature-survey/tree/main/skills/narrative-framing commit e9483e7165

Frequently asked questions

npx skillmds@latest add yogsoth-ai/narrative-framing-3