Accessed 14 June This paper critiques the use of Ecological Niche Models ENM and species distribution by performing a tongue-in-cheek examination of the distribution of the fictional Sasquatch, based on reports from an online Bigfoot archive. Lozier's paper powerfully demonstrates the issues faced by ENM, when reports come from non-specialists, and highlights key problems with sourcing data from unmediated online environments. The author neglects to compare the reliability of the many wildlife databases with the single Bigfoot database, as well as other key issues; however in closing, the paper briefly mentions that many issues lie outside the scope of the short article.
Lozier's paper advises professionals in fields using ENM to carefully assess the source of the data on which the model is based and concludes that the distribution of rare species in particular is often over-reported to misidentification. Refer to Section 9. References follow the same alphabetical order as entries in a reference list [Section 9. The annotation is a new paragraph below its reference entry and follows block quotation format [Section 8.
Should the annotation have multiple paragraphs, the first line of the second and subsequent paragraphs are indented an additional 0. Summary annotations simply provide a summary of your different sources.
Within them, you describe the main arguments or points along with the various topics covered. This is where you show why this source was essential and made it to your list. See an example of informative annotations at play. Doerr, John. This book is written by Doerr, who is the chair of a venture capitalist group. These are first-person, behind-the-scenes case studies narrated by leaders like Bill Gates.
This book helps guide understanding of the business management strategies that drive the success of large companies. Your annotations might stop at summarizing, or you could take it a step further by evaluating the source. To do this, you want to compare and contrast it. Why did this one make the cut? Explain the overarching goal of the source and why it fits into your paper so well. Additionally, you want to look at the reliability of the information and any bias it might have.
Dig deep into your source like in this example. Wilson, John Philip. UNM Press, Through primary resources like original letters, song lyrics, and casualty lists, the author, a historian-archeologist, provides a fresh narrative of the Civil War. The author dissects primary sources like witness testimony and original newspaper accounts to clearly understand the battles fought within the Civil War.
It not only takes you through the major battles but the minor ones happening in the west to provide you a clear picture of the war. You can combine all three types of annotations into your annotated bibliography.
For example, you might spend a few lines describing and summarizing the work and end with an evaluation. Just like there are different types of annotations you can create, you can also use different writing styles.
Annotations typically follow three specific formats depending on how long they are. All annotated bibliographies have a title, annotation, and citation. While the annotation is the same for all, the way you create your title and citation varies based on your style. Briefly examine and review the actual items. Then choose those works that provide a variety of perspectives on your topic. Write a concise annotation that summarizes the central theme and scope of the book or article.
Include one or more sentences that a evaluate the authority or background of the author, b comment on the intended audience, c compare or contrast this work with another you have cited, or d explain how this work illuminates your bibliography topic. For guidance in critically appraising and analyzing the sources for your bibliography, see How to Critically Analyze Information Sources.
For information on the author's background and views, ask at the reference desk for help finding appropriate biographical reference materials and book review sources.
Check with your instructor to find out which style is preferred for your class. Waite, L. The citation goes first and is followed by the annotation. The summary needs to be concise. Please note the following example is entirely fictitious. Annotated Bibliography. What is an annotated bibliography? Purpose of an annotated bibliography When set as an assignment, an annotated bibliography allows you to get acquainted with the material available on a particular topic. Depending on your specific assignment, an annotated bibliography might: review the literature of a particular subject; demonstrate the quality and depth of reading that you have done; exemplify the scope of sources available—such as journals, books, web sites and magazine articles; highlight sources that may be of interest to other readers and researchers; explore and organise sources for further research.
Questions to consider You need to consider carefully the texts that you select for your annotated bibliography. What question s am I exploring? Identify the aim of your literature research. What kind of material am I looking at and why? Am I looking for journal articles, reports, policies or primary historical data?
Am I being judicious in my selection of texts? Does each text relate to my research topic and assignment requirements?
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