2. Place the full MLA citation at the top of the page. 1. Remember, it should be

2. Place the full MLA citation at the top of the page.
1. Remember, it should be double-spaced, use a hanging indent, and include the date of access.
3. Include the word count of the annotation section only [not the citation].
1. Highlight the annotations, go to “tools” and select “word count.”
2. Word count should be 300-350 words.
4. The annotation should be 4 paragraphs.
1. Paragraph #1
1. Summarize the main focus of the article, including topic break-down and any special features or details that are unique or helpful
2. Paragraph #2
1. Background information about the author, using in-text citations as needed, and a brief statement describing the author’s experience and/or credibility with regard to the topic
3. Paragraph #3
1. An evaluation of the source’s usefulness, comparison to other sources, and/or its relevance to your paper. This is where you can note biases and/or rhetorical features, as well.
4. Paragraph #4
1. How the article shapes or changes your thinking or understanding of your topic.