Is a publication created by academics for academics. It follows the criteria below:
If you are unsure if a specific source you found would be considered scholarly, consult a librarian or your professor.
Scholarly articles also have the following characteristics:
If you've conducted a library search before, you may have noticed filters that allow you to limit your results to "scholarly" or "peer-reviewed" sources. While these filters can be a helpful first step in eliminating unwanted material, they are not foolproof.
Popular sources can be accessed through library catalogs and databases. When selecting materials from these sources, you must identify the source type you are examining. You can ask yourself: Is this a newspaper article? Is this a book review? For more information on popular sources, check this research guide: https://library.geneseo.edu/scholarlyvspopular