Annotated Bibliography
As a researcher part of your job is becoming an expert on your subject. Therefore, you should be very familiar with the content and usefulness of your sources. An annotated bibliography includes descriptions and explanations of your sources beyond a basic citation. An annotated bibliography:
- encourages you to think critically about the content of the works you are using, their place within a field of study, and their relation to your own research and ideas
- proves you have read and understand your sources
Compose an annotated bibliography of at least five sources using correct MLA formatting. Be sure that you contain all bibliographic information and a brief explanation of the contents. See the example below.
Annotated Bibliography
Davis, Lauren. “When Mindfulness Meets the Classroom.” The Atlantic, 25 Aug. 2015, www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2015/08/mindfulness-education-schools-meditation/402469/. Accessed 23 Oct. 2018.
Davis explores the use of meditation and mindfulness in the classroom. Through interviews with students and teachers Davis shows the effectiveness of meditation in a K-12 setting. The article notes improved health, emotional well-being, and better academic performance found in students participating in a meditation curriculum.
Harper, Amelia. “Meditation at schools can benefit both learning and behavior.” educationdive.com, 11 Sept. 2018, www.educationdive.com/news/meditation-at-schools-can-benefit-both-learning-and-behavior/531942/. Accessed 28 Mar. 2019.
Harper presents data confirming that meditation benefits teachers and students. She asserts that the practice reduces stress in teachers and helps students manage their emotions. Harper also argues against the notion that meditation in school could force religious practices on students, or that meditation is too passive of a learning strategy to be used in schools.
