The APA Style Annotated BibliographyThe APA style annotated bibliography is a list of references that have been used or referred to by an author. Each entry is followed by a brief evaluation, or annotation, of the source.In about 150 words or so after each entry, describe what you found in the source and explain to the reader its relevance, accuracy, and quality. Along with a summary of the source, you might include some strengths and/or criticisms. Here are some ideas for you to consider in your annotation: *Are the writer's qualifications fitting? *How does the information relate to your paper? *Is it scholarly or popular? *Is it too general or too specific? *How does it compare to other sources on your topic?
Cabrera, L., & Padilla, A.M. (2004, May). Entering and succeeding in the “culture of college”: The story of(link to this and more at the California State University at Northridge) The Purdue University Owl Writing Lab is a highly recommended resource for developing scholarly papers in several writing styles. In addition to the official APA Style Manual, the Owl provides excellent, user-friendly guidance plus sample papers. Related pages: APA Style Citations APA Style References APA Style Annotated Bibliography
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