Annotations Explained
Annotations are comprised of 4-6 sentences about a particular source. After you read the article, answer these four questions to create your annotation.
- Summary: What was it about? What is the main point? Pro Tip: Avoid using the first person (words like I, we, you, etc.).
- Why is this source useful or relevant to your research topic?
- What conclusions are reached, and how does the author support them? Give an example from the data presented that best illustrates the value of the source.
- Evaluation: How reliable is this source? Pro Tip: Things to consider: Author’s credibility, content & coverage, timeliness, accuracy and objectivity.
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