An annotated bibliography is basically a detailed citation list. Each citation is followed by a brief (150-200 words) descriptive paragraph (the annotation).
Author, A.A., & Author, B.B. (Date of Publication). Title of article. Title of Online Periodical,
volume number(issue number), page range. Retrieved from http://www.homepage.com/fullurl/
Underneath your correctly cited source, using the latest edition of MLA/APA/Chicago style, you will have the annotation or the descriptive paragraph. This information is meant to inform other readers of the accuracy, quality, and relevance of each source. Summarize the theme and scope of the item. Do *not* simply copy/paste the abstract. Evaluate the author's perspective and background. What makes the author(s) an authority on this subject? Who is the intended audience? Compare/contrast this item with another that you've included in your bibliography. How is this work unique? Does it agree/disagree with other works? Explain how this work supports your topic. Why have you identified it as important enough to include? What makes it relevant?
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Annotated Bibliography Example - The Writing Lab & The OWL Purdue University
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