Tips+on+Annotated+Bibliographies

What is an annotated bibliography?
An //annotated bibliography// or annotated bib is a bibliography (a list of books or other works) that includes descriptive and evaluative comments about the sources cited in your paper. These comments are also known as //annotations//.

How do I format my annotated bibliography?
An annotated bibliography entry consists of two components: the **Citation** and the **Annotation**.

The citation should be formatted APA format[|.]
 * Citation**

Generally, an annotation is approximately 150-300 words in length (one paragraph).
 * Annotation**

An annotation may include the following information:
 * A brief summary of the source
 * The source’s strengths and weaknesses
 * Its conclusions
 * Why the source is relevant in your field of study
 * Its relationships to other studies in the field
 * An evaluation of the research methodology (if applicable)
 * Information about the author’s background
 * Your personal conclusions about the source

Resources:

Sample APA Annotations - LibGuides at Brandon University - []

How to Write an Annotated Bibliography - Library Guide at Simon Fraser University - []