1. Synthesis and analysis of multiple sources
2. Organized by theme, methodology, or chronology
2. Organized alphabetically by author
3. Entries include full citation information and a brief summary
3. Provides a comprehensive orverview of current state of knowledge on a topic
4. Sources treated individually
6. Flexible structure, essay-like format
6. Rigid format with similar structure for each entry
4. Multiple sources cited in one paragraph
5. Compares and contrasts sources
5. Each entry is one source
7. Reqires synthesis and analysis skills
7. Requires summarizing and evaluating skills
Annotated Bibliography and Literature Review
1. Brief descriptions and evaluations of each source
Used in academic settings
Organize and analyze existing literature on a topic
Require proper citation of sources
Involve critical analysis of sources and their relevance to a research topic
Can be used as stepping stones for more extensive research projects or papers
Organize and analyze existing literature on a topic
Require proper citation of sources
Involve critical analysis of sources and their relevance to a research topic
Can be used as stepping stones for more extensive research projects or papers