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Prepare an annotated bibliography by selecting two scholarly journal articles and one e-book that relate to your research question. Construct APA Style references for each source, summarize each source's main claim and supporting evidence, and evaluate their credibility and relevance. Include a lesson summary from your library tutoring session at the end of the document. The annotated bibliography must be double-spaced, include a title page, and follow APA formatting as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Sample Paper For Above instruction

The purpose of this assignment is to develop a comprehensive annotated bibliography that demonstrates familiarity with scholarly sources related to a specific research question. Students are expected to select relevant, credible sources, accurately cite them in APA style, and provide detailed annotations that summarize and evaluate each source’s contribution to their research. This exercise enhances research skills and understanding of source credibility, supporting the development of well-informed academic writing.

To begin, students should generate search terms based on their refined research question, which will guide their search for pertinent sources. Utilizing the Ashford University Library’s resources, especially the FindIt@AU tool and EBook Central database, students will locate two scholarly journal articles and one e-book. It is recommended to consult with a librarian or library tutor to ensure the relevance and credibility of selected sources. The process involves viewing tutorials such as “Introduction to the Ashford University Library” and “Ebook Central Overview and Searching,” to familiarize oneself with search functions and database usage.

Once relevant sources are identified, students must download and save the full texts for detailed review. They will then construct accurate APA references for each source, using guidelines from the Ashford Writing Center. Afterward, the student writes two-paragraph annotations for each source. The first paragraph summarizes the source’s main claim, supporting evidence, and additional important claims. The second paragraph evaluates the source’s support for its thesis, the currency and credibility of the information, any limitations observed, and how the source helps address their research question.

Finally, students will incorporate a lesson summary from their library tutoring session at the end of the annotations. The annotated bibliography must be formatted according to APA standards—a double-spaced document with a title page and no separate references page. To ensure quality, students are encouraged to use Grammarly, submit their work to Turnitin to check for plagiarism, and seek feedback from the Ashford Writing Center. The submission will be assessed based on criteria outlined in the grading rubric, focusing on source relevance, proper APA formatting, quality of annotations, and overall clarity.

References

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