What This Document Is
This is an example of an annotated bibliography focused on the topic of domestic violence. It demonstrates how to research, summarize, and evaluate sources relevant to a specific issue. The document presents three entries – a news article about domestic violence statistics in Missouri, another detailing a new court program for victims in West Virginia, and a website for a domestic violence shelter – each followed by a critical annotation.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is valuable for students in English Composition (ENGL 101) at Pittsburg State University, and anyone learning to conduct research and synthesize information. Annotated bibliographies are frequently assigned to help develop critical reading and writing skills. They are used to showcase a researcher’s understanding of a topic and the quality of sources used. This example provides a clear model for structuring and writing effective annotations.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document is an *example* only. It does not provide a comprehensive overview of domestic violence or a complete list of resources. It’s designed to illustrate the *format* of an annotated bibliography, not to serve as a research paper itself. Users will still need to conduct their own research and locate appropriate sources for their specific assignments.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes:
* Three fully formatted annotated bibliography entries.
* Examples of how to summarize source content.
* Demonstration of critical evaluation of sources, including author credibility and potential biases.
* An illustration of how to connect sources to a broader research topic.
This preview does *not* include the full research conducted to find these sources, nor does it offer guidance on selecting a research topic or developing a thesis statement. It is a focused example of the annotation process itself.
