1. An introductory paragraph that summarizes the subject of the bibliography.
2. An introduction that summarizes the steps through which you went to complete your research.
3. The annotated bibliography must be typed and include a title page.
4. Length: Approximately 1 to 1 ½ pages double-spaced per entry. Try not to exceed 2 pages per entry. Within that space you should clearly identify the central contribution that source makes and offer meaningful comparisons which show how it complements or diverges from other sources.
5. Cite the sources using APA 6th edition bibliographic format, arranging them alphabetically.
6. The bibliography must include at least 4 sources. One must be a book; one must be a scholarly periodical article; and the other two may be videos, books, or scholarly periodical articles. Netflix is an excellent source for history documentaries, and you can view many of them directly on your computer or TV. Although you may use general encyclopedias and the textbook for background information, you may not include them on your final annotated bibliography. The textbook, Wikipedia, and other general encyclopedias must not be listed as sources on your annotated bibliography.
7. The annotation for each source should be several paragraphs in length and include a summary and your evaluation of the source. Your evaluation must include as many of these items as possible:
• Information explaining the authority/qualifications of the author (occupation, university or institutional affiliation, if available).
• Scope and main purpose of the work.
• An evaluation of the quality of the source.
• The intended audience.
• Any biases you detect (Does the author seem to be fair/objective?).
• Comparison or contrast with other works that you have cited.