U3DB: Criminology and Public Policy– From Theory to Research
The deliverable length for this discussion is 400-600 words
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?
