2. What is an
Annotated Bibliography?
Well…
bibliography - a list of sources in MLA or
APA format
annotation - a summary and/or
evaluation.
3. Therefore, an Annotated
Bibliography is…
A series of MLA (or APA) works cited
entries
Followed by a summary and a critique of
the source and its contribution to your
area of study.
4. Why write an
Annotated Bibliography?
To prepare for a large research project.
To demonstrate comprehensive knowledge
about your subject area.
Gain a good perspective on what is being said
about your topic.
Understand what the issues are in your field of
study…what people are arguing about.
Develop your own point of view.
To prepare for your future. You will see the
annotated bib in college!
5. Formatting
Bibliographic information
MLA or APA
MLA points to remember
3rd person
1 inch margins
Double space throughout
Running header with page number
Title
6. The Summary
A Simplistic Explanation
What was the story about?
What did you learn?
Should other kids read this story?
7. The Summary
A Sophisticated Explanation
What is the summary of your reading? What is the
author’s main idea?
What pertinent information did you learn? What is your
opinion of the information? Is it noteworthy? Does it
provide you with valuable insight into the topic?
Would other students benefit from reading this
information?
8. Final Thoughts
Brief and concise!
Each summary is only 5-7 sentences
Choose your words wisely
Always Ask your professor!
The requirements for the written summary will vary
from one professor to another.
