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Writing a Hypothesis and Annotated Bibliography
by marash1
Writing a Hypothesis
Hypothesis. Thesis. Contention.
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Each of these statements require a Judgement + Reason.
A hypothesis and thesis statement can be tested. A contention is one possible assertion that can be argued with or against.
To write your hypothesis, you must answer the assessment question and provide a clear reason (or reasons) for your statement or stance.
Annotated Bibliography
An annotated bibliography is an alphabetical list of bibliographic information (APA style) and a summary and/or evaluation of each source.
Features
• Listed in alphabetical order.
• One paragraph per source.
• Restate the main argument.
• Addresses the purpose of the source and/or information.
• Assesses the relevance or usefulness of the source to the task.
Language
• Formal language is used.
• Use of verbs to summarise and discuss the text e.g. argues, assesses, claims, indicates, investigates, concludes…
