Can someone help me please. How would one do a Annotated Bibliography?
An annotated bibliography includes a summary and/or evaluation of each of the sources used. Your school/college may well have an 'in-house' style to use.
This is an example of an annotated bibliography below. First, you put the reference, then a very short summary about the main points of the essay. Without the summary, it's just a reference, get it? Hope this helps.
1) Wilson, A.M. (1998). Public Schools Dress Codes: The constitutional debate. Brigham Young University Education and Law Journal p147 Retrieved May 11 2008 from Apollo library (Jiskha site wouldn't allow me post an internet address)
This is an excellent article that examines the constitutional protection of speech and expression as applied to public school dress codes in the United States. It also gives the reader a more in depth look at how school violence and crime has gone down considerably in different schools after the implementation of school uniforms.
It is only a reference if you refer to it (reference out to it) in/from the text. Otherwise it is a bibliography.
Using Nick's example for it to be a reference you would need something like.
...on school dress code (Wilson, 1998)...
in the text of your article.
But you did ask about a bibliography which is the list of book/articles etc. read/used to construct the essay. Sometimes these are grouped by subject or simply in alphabetical order
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Good explanation and example here.
Of course, I can help you with that! Creating an annotated bibliography involves providing a summary and evaluation of each source you used while conducting research. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do an annotated bibliography:
1. Select your sources: Begin by choosing credible and relevant sources such as books, scholarly articles, or websites. Remember to consider the requirements or guidelines provided by your instructor or the specific format style you are using, such as APA or MLA.
2. Cite the source: Write down all the necessary bibliographic information for each source, including the author's name, title, publication date, publisher, and page numbers. Use the appropriate citation style format.
3. Write a concise summary: Start each annotation with a brief summary of the source's content. Keep it focused and concise, summarizing the main ideas, arguments, and evidence presented in the source. Remember to use your own words while summarizing.
4. Evaluate the source: After the summary, provide a critical evaluation of the source's credibility, relevance, and quality. Consider the author's expertise, the source's reliability, and its contribution to your research topic. Comment on the strengths and weaknesses of the source.
5. Reflect on its usefulness: Conclude the annotation by reflecting on how the source will be helpful for your research project. Explain its relevance to your topic, how it supports or challenges your own ideas, and how it fits into the broader scholarly conversation.
6. Format and organize: Ensure that your annotated bibliography is consistent with the formatting style required (e.g., APA or MLA). Alphabetize the entries by the author's last name or the title of the source.
Remember, an annotated bibliography is not merely a list of sources but also an opportunity to demonstrate your understanding and critical analysis of the literature you have consulted. It is important to consult your instructor or refer to specific style guides for precise formatting guidelines.