Instructions here:\u00a0
What are we doing?
The annotated bibliography\u2019s primary goal is to help you locate and read the most relevant sources for your final research paper. In addition, these readings or materials will contribute to your critical analysis of the initiative or organization you have chosen for your research paper.
You will summarize and evaluate\u00a0five (5) readings or materials. You can use the materials assigned in this course and\/or look for new materials.\u00a0At least three (3) of these materials must be academic texts.
Why are we doing this?
\u00a0This assessment lets you demonstrate your ability to:
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Select the most pertinent readings that will help you critically assess the work the organization or initiative does.
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Identify the main topic covered by the readings or materials
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Summarize ideas in a concise and effective manner
–\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Critically analyze the main findings and conclusions
What\u2019s the format?
Number of annotations:\u00a0Five (5), at least three (3) must be academic texts
*** Note on academic texts:\u00a0By academic texts, we refer to scholarly, peer-reviewed sources, such as journal articles or book chapters (research reports from government sources are also acceptable). Media, webpages, documentaries, etc., are NOT scholarly reviewed sources.
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Word count per annotation:\u00a0maximum 350 words
Going over the word limit:\u00a0We will not penalize you for going a bit over the word limit. However, stay as close as you can to the recommended word limit. The word limit helps you to learn how to write concisely and demonstrate consideration to your TAs, whose workload and compensation are based on assignments falling to the page range.
Format:\u00a012-point font,\u00a0double-spaced, standard margins (2.54 cm top, 2.54 cm bottom, 2.54 cm left, and 2.54 cm right)
Citation style:\u00a0ASA style (see recommended sources below)
Is it possible to get an extension?[1]
Yes. As explained previously, we understand that life sometimes interferes with our best intentions.
Keeping to deadlines when possible is helpful since it ensures you can get feedback in a timely fashion. It is also beneficial for your TAs who plan their grading ahead of time and dedicate specific periods of their semester for marking. However, the most important thing is that you are healthy and not putting your physical, emotional, and mental health at risk for submitting an assignment or making a deadline.
If you are going to have trouble making the deadline,\u00a0please do the following:
Email your TA and Cc your instructor\u00a0(before the deadline if possible)
What to include in your email?
Let your TA know you will have trouble making the deadline, and\u00a0politely\u00a0ask for a specific amount of time for an extension. Your due date will be changed.
You do not have to give any details that you do not want to share. However, if you are experiencing something that you expect to be an ongoing challenge or we could help you with, please feel free to let us know what is going on.
You do not have to include any documentation to justify your request for an extension. There will be no late penalties.
Bear in mind:\u00a0if you submit your assignment after the deadline, you will have to be patient about getting your mark and feedback. Your TA marks late submissions as she is able, depending on her schedule. To the extent possible, the TA will consider the deadline for the next assignment and try to give you feedback before then.\u00a0
[1]\u00a0Inspired by Professor Kathy Liddle\u2019s policy.
\u00a0DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS
Each of your annotations\u00a0should include the following:
The full citation of the material (article, chapter of book, video, or podcast) you chose to summarize (in ASA format)
An annotation of the source that responds to the following questions:
Question
Description
1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0What is the source about?
One or two sentences that describe the main topic of the source selected
2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0What is the author(s) main argument or research question?
Three or four sentences that explain the main research question or goal of the source and the main argument made.
3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0What are the relevant findings and conclusions?
A summary of two or three of the main ideas presented in the source (if possible, with brief examples used in the source).
One or two sentences describing the main conclusions presented.
4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0How does the reading relate to the organization and initiative you have chosen?
Two or three sentences about how this source will help you understand and examine the work of the organization or initiative you chose.
*** Note about sentence suggestion:\u00a0The suggestions of the number of sentences to include depends on how long the sentences are. Try to keep your sentences brief and to the point. Long sentences can be hard to read and complicate the argument.
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Presentation format:
Course title [insert name of the course]
Title of the assessment [e.g. Annotated Bibliography]
Your name [first and last name]
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Annotation 1:
Full citation of the material chosen (ASA citation style, use bold for title)
Summary that responds to the questions presented above (max. 350 words)
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Annotation 2:
Full citation of the material chosen (ASA citation style, use bold for title)
Summary that responds to the questions presented above (max. 350 words)
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Annotation 3:
Full citation of the material chosen (ASA citation style, use bold for title)
Summary that responds to the questions presented above (max. 350 words)
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Annotation 4:
Full citation of the material chosen (ASA citation style, use bold for title)
Summary that responds to the questions presented above (max. 350 words)
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Annotation 5:
Full citation of the material chosen (ASA citation style, use bold for title)
Summary that responds to the questions presented above (max. 350 words)
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RECOMMENDED RESOURCES
Citation:
Citing Sources \/ Create Your Bibliography (University of Toronto Libraries):\u00a0https:\/\/guides.library.utoronto.ca\/citingLinks to an external site.
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