Annotated Bibliography Essentials

This video from the SNHU Online Writing Center provides a comprehensive guide on creating an annotated bibliography. It explains the components of an annotated bibliography, including citations and annotations, and offers detailed instructions on writing annotations focusing on summary, viability, and use. The video emphasizes the importance of using reliable sources from the Shapiro Library and provides practical tips for organizing research effectively.

What is the primary purpose of an annotated bibliography?

• To write a research paper

• To combine citation with personal notes

• To provide a list of references

• To summarize a book

Which of the following is NOT typically included in a citation?

• Summary

• Publisher

• Title

• Author

What is the first step in creating an annotated bibliography?

• Formatting the document

• Checking grammar

• Finding sources

• Writing the summary

What should you do if a source is not relevant to your topic?

• Quote it

• Include it anyway

• Ignore it

• Summarize it

What is the benefit of keeping track of citations during research?

• To increase word count

• To save time later

• To avoid plagiarism

• To improve writing style

What should you avoid doing in a summary annotation?

• Mentioning the study's purpose

• Summarizing the author's findings

• Quoting directly from the source

• Describing the research entity

What is the main focus of the summary annotation?

• Citation format

• Research findings

• Author's credentials

• Potential use

What information is crucial for a viability annotation?

• The book's price

• The author's credentials

• The publication year

• The number of pages

Which section of the annotation discusses the author's qualifications?

• Viability

• Summary

• Introduction

• Use

How can a source be used in your paper according to the potential use annotation?

• To provide a bibliography

• To summarize the topic

• To support your thesis

• To list all authors