Annotated Bibliography

ANSWERS

An annotated bibliography is a descriptive list of resources (books, articles, films, sound recordings, Web sites, etc.) on a specific topic. An annotated bibliography includes a full citation and an annotation ranging from a few sentences to several paragraphs.

An annotation is a brief and informative description of a resource’s contents that summarizes and evaluates it. It is not the same as an abstract, which summarizes the original content. An annotation typically strikes a balance between summary and evaluation by addressing the following:

• Describe the content of a resource briefly. Evaluate the item’s usefulness for the specific topic being studied
• Describe the methodology that was used.
• Draw attention to any topics covered.
• Highlight strengths and weaknesses
• Discuss the author’s or source’s dependability.
• Examine the content for accuracy, bias, and authority.

QUESTION

Annotated Bibliography

How can medication errors affect the community and be prevented by staff and supplier intervention?