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Subject Guide for Using MLA, APA and Other Writing Styles
MLA | APA | Other Styles |
Annotated Bibliographies | Citation Machines

MLA

Books

Websites

APA

Books

Websites

Other Styles

Books

Websites

Annotated Bibliographies

What is an Annotated Bibliography?

The annotated bibliography is an alphabetical list of research sources, cited in the proper format (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.), that provides a description of the source in the form of a paragraph or paragraphs following the citation.  NOTE: Your professor will specify how lengthy this description shall be.  These paragraphs following the citation are called the annotation.  The annotation should fully describe the source and then provide a critical evaluation of the source, considering such factors as the usefulness and reliability of the source; comments about the format and content; and the writer's views or reactions to the source.  Sources often included in an annotated bibliography are: books; periodicals; journals; video and audio; websites; and, databases.

Websites

Books

Citation Machines


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