Research Project

see instructions for research project and rubric as well as previous assignments for the annotated bibliography and rubric as well as Literature review and

Notes for the Bibliography from professor:

Thank you for submitting your Annotated Bibliography Assignment, Elizabeth. Firstly, I want to acknowledge the time and effort required on an assignment like this. It takes commitment to gather, read, and annotate sources about a topic.

I found your bibliography related to Beloved by Toni Morrison to be informative, but needs a little work on being formatted in alphabetical order. Your annotations appear to be particularly strong in summarizing key elements but could use a little more info on the potential relevance to your research interest.

This should be a good start or foundation for developing your research thesis. The annotations will hopefully be valuable to you as your research moves forward. Remember Proverbs 16:3: “Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” Stay focused, and continue striving for excellence in your research.

Notes for the Literature Review:

Excellent response to the writing prompt! Your literature review of Measure for Measure was couched in an exploration of Feminist Criticism, New Historicism, and Psychoanalytic Criticism. The effort was well-documented.

Literary criticism plays a vital role in the academic discussion of an author and his or her works. By examining the various interpretations and perspectives offered by critics or critical methods, we gain a deeper understanding of the text and its historical, cultural, and social context. Lit crit encourages us to think critically about the author’s intentions, the themes explored, and the significance of the work within the broader literary canon.

Additionally, lit crit can challenge our preconceived notions and expand our horizons. Turning a critical eye toward a text invites us to engage in thoughtful writing with others who may have different viewpoints (or similar ones). As Proverbs 18:15 says, “The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ears of the wise seek it out.”

Keep on researching! I look forward to where this takes you.