annotated bibl

Three sources must be evaluated, each based on the following criteria:

Source selection and credibility (12 points)

· Sources are from journals, books, or websites and based on current and credible scientific work either directly or indirectly

· Sources such as “wikis” or blogs are not utilized

APA formatting of source (12 points)

· Source citations are written in APA reference list format

Summary of source (32 points) – approximately 4-6 sentences

· Topic sentence included stating the main topic of the source

· Explains whether source is original research or a review of the topic

· States main conclusions or findings

Evaluation of source (32 points) – approximately 4-6 sentences

· Provides evidence of author’s authority

Writing expectations and scientific terminology (12 points)

· Summaries and evaluations accurately apply scientific concepts and use scientific terminology correctly

· Proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation are used throughout

American Public University System May 2019