Scholarly and professional journals (also known as academic, refereed, or
peer-reviewed journals) differ from popular magazines in a number of ways.
In general, scholarly or professional sources...
Present primary accounts of original research or in-depth analysis of
a topic.
Are written by researchers, scholars, or practitioners who are considered
experts in their field.
Are intended for an audience of other researchers, scholars, or practitioners
Use specialized languages and terminology related to the discipline or
profession
Usually include a bibliography of supporting or related research
Often undergo a peer-review process through an editorial board
May include research or profession-related graphics, such as charts, graphs,
or tables
Often published by a college or university
Have many pages, usually over 5 pages in length
Include full citations of articles - heavily footnoted articles with extensive
bibliographies
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