An annotated bibliography is often used in academic writing to help guide the research process by presenting a focused selection of sources that are relevant to your topic.
Check with your professor's instructions regarding:
- number of sources needed,
- length of each entry,
- citation style to use (in this case, APA Style)
Always Include:
| A Bibliographic Citation |
- List your sources following a standard citation style (ex. APA style)
- Alphabetize your list by author's last name
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| An Annotation |
- Write your annotation in paragraph format
- Provide a summary of the scope, main points, and central theme of the article
- Describe any conclusions that can be drawn from the article
- Comment on the intended audience
- Compare or contrast this source with another you have cited
- Point out any notable biases or gaps you detect
- Evaluate and explain why this source is relevant or suitable for your topic
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See the Annotated Bibliography FAQ for more details.
