Tools for Writing and Research - ENR 2367 - Communicating Environmental and Natural Resources Information

Search for Background Information

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Choosing & Using Sources

Select sections from Choosing & Using Sources: A Guide to Academic Libraries.

Concept Mapping

Annotated Bibliographies

Guidelines:

Annotated Bibliographies
Guidelines for writing and examples of annotated bibliographies.
The Annotated Bibliography
Concise description of annotated bibliographies and the process of producing one.

Examples:

Oxford Bibliographies
Examples of annotated bibliographies on dozens of environmental science topics.
An Annotated Bibliography of Scientific Literature on Managing Forests for Carbon Benefits
An example of a published annotated bibliography in a topic relevant to Environment and Natural Resources. (The annotated bibliography begins on p.7 of the PDF.)

Writing Literature Reviews

Literature Review Guidelines
Though targeted toward social work students, this is a clear guide to the purpose and process of writing a literature review in the sciences or social sciences.
Writing a Literature Review
Quick guide to the literature review process.
More sources on literature reviews
A guide with links to additional literature review guidelines.

Citations

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