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What is an Annotation?
- Why Do an Annotated Bibliography?
- What Should be Included in the Annotation?
- What Format Should I Use for the Citations?
- Evaluating Sources
- Summative Annotations
- Evaluative Annotations
- Examples from the Web
- Additional Resources
- University of Washington Libraries
- Library Guides
- Annotated Bibliographies
Annotated Bibliographies: What is an Annotation?
An annotation summarizes the essential ideas contained in a document, reporting the author's thesis and main points as well as how they relate to your own ideas or thesis. There are two types of annotations: summative and evaluative (see examples under the 'Types of Annotations' tab on this guide). Annotations are typically brief (one paragraph) but may be longer depending on the requirements of your assignment.
If you are creating an annotated bibliography for a class assignment, check with your instructor to determine the citation format, length and the type of annotations you will be writing.
Remember, your annotation should show that you have done more than simply describe what is in the source!
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An annotation summarizes the essential ideas contained in a document, reporting the author's thesis and main points as well as how they relate to your own ideas or thesis. There are two types of annotations: summative and evaluative (see examples under the 'Types of Annotations' tab on this guide).