An annotated bibliography should have a complete APA citation.
Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (Year). Title of article. Title of Periodical, volume number(issue number), pages. http://dx.doi.org/xx.xxx/yyyyy
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The annotated bibliography may also contain the following:
- Summary: Discuss key definitions, theories, concepts, or ideas (in your own words)
- Key findings: Identify the findings that are relevant to your study.
- Key quote(s): Identify any key quotes or statements (remember to include a page number for each quote).
- Relation to other articles: Briefly compare and contrast this source to other sources in your annotated bibliography.
- Relevance to Research: Identify which research question(s) or research methodology/design this article supports.
- Notes: Add any additional comments you have about this study (e.g. things to remember, follow-up, or other considerations).
