This assignment will help you to analyze, summarize, and evaluate various types of research material.
This assignment will help you to analyze, summarize, and evaluate various types of research material.
Remember: You are conducting research on ONE of the topics presented at the beginning of Module 4. The sources examined in this Annotated Bibliography will be used in your Argument Research Paper. In essence, this annotated bibliography will become the basis of your Works Cited page for the Argument Research Paper.
Definition: An annotated bibliography is your works cited list, with added information for each source. In addition to the citation, each annotation should include a concise summary of and evaluation of each of the sources. Each annotation should be a strong paragraph (about 150 words), double spaced. The annotations should be alphabetized by citation, just as you would alphabetize your works cited.
Directions
Prepare
Review this resource on Developing a Strong Thesis StatementLinks to an external site. by OWL Purdue.
Review these resources from the Module 4 Learning Materials:
“What is an Annotated Bibliography and How do I Write One.”
“How to Get Started With Your Argument Essay Research.”
Research and select FIVE credible sources that you will use for your Argument Research Paper about the topic you chose at the beginning of Module 4. You may choose to use the sources your researched for the Multiple Perspectives Discussion as part of your five sources.
Write
Create an MLA formatted Annotated Bibliography that lists and annotates at least FIVE independently researched scholarly and/or critical articles on the topic you have chosen to write about. Credible sources may include scholarly articles, newspaper articles/ editorials, news organizations such as NPR or CNN, reliable websites like .gov or .edu.
Develop a tentative thesis statement. Write your thesis above your annotations.
Create an annotation for each of your sources. Each annotation should include:
an MLA formatted citation
a summary of the source in your own wording and style (about 100 words)
an evaluation of the credibility of the sources and how the source supports your argument and will fit in your essay (at least 50 words)
Put your thesis and all the annotations in ONE document and format your document in MLA style. Remember to list sources in alphabetical order according to the first word of each source citation.
Submit your document as a file upload in Word, Google docs, or pdf format.
NOTE: Your annotated bibliography will be submitted to Turnitin, which is a method for submitting a written assignment to check for similarities to other texts on the internet. You are encouraged to read about how to interpret the Similarity report to better understand how Turnitin is used.
Grading
This assignment is worth 50 points. The annotated bibliography will be evaluated to ensure that you have effectively narrowed your topic to an argumentative thesis, that your chosen sources are substantial, pertinent and credible; that they are in the correct MLA format; and that the annotations demonstrate effective critical research evaluation.
Rubric
Annotated Bibliography
Annotated Bibliography
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThesis
5 to >4.0 pts
Proficient
The thesis is clear, arguable and well-developed.
4 to >3.0 pts
Competent
The thesis is arguable and mostly well-developed.
3 to >0 pts
Novice
The thesis is unclear, missing or not arguable.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 1
9 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
Contains an MLA formatted citation, a clear original summary of the main points of the source, and a thoughtful evaluation of how the source fits in the research.
8 to >6.0 pts
Competent
Contains a source citation, a summary of the main points of the source, and an evaluation of how the source fits in the research, but may have some issues with formatting, and clarity of the summary or evaluation.
6 to >0 pts
Novice
Citation may be missing or have mistakes in formatting or required information. The summary does not include enough details, and/or the evaluation is missing or does not clearly state how the source fits in the research.
9 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 2
9 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
Contains an MLA formatted citation, a clear original summary of the main points of the source, and a thoughtful evaluation of how the source fits in the research.
8 to >6.0 pts
Competent
Contains a source citation, a summary of the main points of the source, and an evaluation of how the source fits in the research, but may have some issues with formatting, and clarity of the summary or evaluation.
6 to >0 pts
Novice
Citation may be missing or have mistakes in formatting or required information. The summary does not include enough details, and/or the evaluation is missing or does not clearly state how the source fits in the research.
9 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 3
9 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
Contains an MLA formatted citation, a clear original summary of the main points of the source, and a thoughtful evaluation of how the source fits in the research.
8 to >6.0 pts
Competent
Contains a source citation, a summary of the main points of the source, and an evaluation of how the source fits in the research, but may have some issues with formatting, and clarity of the summary or evaluation.
6 to >0 pts
Novice
Citation may be missing or have mistakes in formatting or required information. The summary does not include enough details, and/or the evaluation is missing or does not clearly state how the source fits in the research.
9 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 4
9 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
Contains an MLA formatted citation, a clear original summary of the main points of the source, and a thoughtful evaluation of how the source fits in the research.
8 to >6.0 pts
Competent
Contains a source citation, a summary of the main points of the source, and an evaluation of how the source fits in the research, but may have some issues with formatting, and clarity of the summary or evaluation.
6 to >0 pts
Novice
Citation may be missing or have mistakes in formatting or required information. The summary does not include enough details, and/or the evaluation is missing or does not clearly state how the source fits in the research.
9 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource 5
9 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
Contains an MLA formatted citation, a clear original summary of the main points of the source, and a thoughtful evaluation of how the source fits in the research.
8 to >6.0 pts
Competent
Contains a source citation, a summary of the main points of the source, and an evaluation of how the source fits in the research, but may have some issues with formatting, and clarity of the summary or evaluation.
6 to >0 pts
Novice
Citation may be missing or have mistakes in formatting or required information. The summary does not include enough details, and/or the evaluation is missing or does not clearly state how the source fits in the research.
9 pts
Total Points: 50
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