Library Guides: COMM170/171 College Communications 2: Annotated Bibliography

What is an Annotated Bibliography?

An annotated bibliography is a list of publications on a topic.

There are 2 parts of each entry:

Reference: in APA or MLA style, arranged alphabetically.
Annotation: Concise summary of each source including an evaluation of its value or relevance to the topic.

Annotated Bibliographies Examples (OWL at Purdue)
Information about annotated bibliographies in APA, MLA and CMS styles.
Writing an Annotated Bibliography (University of Toronto)
Tips and helpful information about writing your annotated bibliography.
Annotated Bibliography Overview (York University)

Annotated Bibliography: Example Entry

Cox. E.O. (2007). Strengthening the late-life care process: Effects of two forms of a care-receiver efficacy intervention. The Gerontologist 47(3), 388-397.

The author focuses on ways to improve the cognitive ability of seniors so that they can be as independent as possible. Two approaches were tried: one based on individual treatment, and the other on small group treatment. Results indicated that both methods produced significant effects for relationship with caregivers, self-care, loneliness, and quality of life. Effects were strongest with the small-group treatment.

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