The annotated bibliography is a cornerstone of academic research

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The annotated bibliography is a cornerstone of academic research and allows students and policy analysts to understand the current state of knowledge about an issue before proposing policy alternatives.

How would you use the annotated bibliography to prepare you to create an effective literature review?

If a policy analyst simply did an Internet search and gave policymakers some results about a policy issue, what would happen? What would be missing? How do you determine credibility?

Using credible academic reference sources to build a literature review is crucial, but it can be challenging to write. How will you approach transitioning from the annotated bibliography to the literature review?

What are some common errors to avoid in writing a literature review?