Directions: Create an annotated bibliography listing two sources (published after 2010) you have found for Major Project 1 through the Sojourner Truth Library’s website. These sources might include: article(s) found via the databases and/or a book or video from the library’s catalog.
Use the sample annotated bibliography I have provided below as a template to follow.
Length: 500+ words (excluding the publication information; the citation); double-spaced; use MLA formatting for sources
MLA 8 or 9 Citation: List each source separately, as it will appear on your works cited page, according to MLA 8 or 9 formatting guidelines.
[Note: The Modern Language Association (MLA) has just released a new version of their formatting guide: MLA 9. However, you may adhere to MLA 8 if you wish as our textbook and online sites may not have updated their material.]
Summary Paragraph: Then, under each source, write a paragraph identifying the author(s) of the source, place of publication of the source (journal or magazine or newspaper), and provide a summary of the source (about 150 words). Do not merely copy-and-paste an article’s abstract into your annotated bibliography.
Please summarize in your own words.
Do use a partial quote or two if you wish–if you use a quote, include a parenthetical citation.
At the end of the summary paragraph, include a parenthetical citation with the author’s or authors’ names (or et al.) and the page numbers.
Reflection Paragraph: Then, write a second paragraph telling me why this source is credible and how you will use the source in your essay to build your argument (about 150 words).
Hyperlinks to information about authors. If an author or authors are listed, try to find out something about them. Their background and expertise are part of what makes a source reliable. If you find a website with information about the author, create a hyperlink to this information. See the template for example of how to do this.
