Synthesis Essay research topic and
chose 4-5 credible sources for close reading and notation. After reading & evaluating these
sources, you will write 4-5 evaluative annotation paragraphs for 4-5 different sources—
beneath their proper MLA standard reference list citations—that 1) summarize the
source’s/author’s main points; 2) evaluate the argument presented, and 3) indicate the source’s
usefulness in your own argument/essay
FORMATTING:
• STYLE: This essay should follow MLA formatting guidelines discussed in class and in
MLA section of text
• FONT: I require all assignments to be typed in a readable typeface (like Helvetica)
• LENGTH: 1200 words (~4-5 pages)
KEY FEATURES / REQUIREMENTS – This annotated bibliography should demonstrate your
ability to craft:
• Sophisticated annotation paragraphs that summarize, evaluate, and apply credible and
relevant (outside) academic sources to a central thesis argument (for a future synthesis
essay)
• Concise, consistent descriptions and correct bibliographic information for each source,
showing understanding, accuracy, and objectivity of evaluation
• An organized, alphabetized bibliography that accomplishes perfect MLA formatting/style
and indentation
• An appropriate POV that shows first objectivity of examination + personal, relevant
application to a synthesis plan
