After grading over 100 written exams that required the use of APA 6th edition and scholarly citations, it was evident that too many students are unable to identify a peer reviewed journal article. I created a table to assist students who are analyzing digital library resources. Take a look at the table below and give me some feedback on how to make it better.
Peer Reviewed Resources
| Scholarly Journal | Magazine | Newspaper |
Audience | Academics, Professionals, and college students | General Public | General Public |
Abstract | Yes, although the length may vary – may be represented as a bullet list | No | No |
Citations | Yes | No | No |
Reference List | Yes | No | No |
Language | Scholarly or technical | Simple & easy to understand | Simple & easy to understand |
Length | 2-10 pages | Usually less than 3 pages | Short |
Author's name and credentials | Included | May or may not include a name, but credentials not usually noted | May or may not include a name, but credentials not usually noted |
Written by | Scholars who are experts in the profession | Professional writers | Professional writers |
Advertisements | None or very few | Many advertisements | Many advertisements |
Color | Usually black and white | Colorful | Colorful |
Publication Cycle | Every 2-3 months | Weekly or monthly | Daily or weekly |
Peer-Reviewed | Yes | No | No |
Examples | CIN: Computers, Informatics, Nursing Journal of Nursing Scholarship Journal of Advanced Nursing | Advance for Nurses Advance for Nurse Practitioners Nursing Times | AACN News Pulse Healthcare IT News |
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