Library FAQs

Here are some things to look for that may indicate your article is scholarly:

• The article includes sections for:
  • introduction
  • background/literature review
  • methods
  • discussion
  • conclusion
• The article includes some or all of the following:
  • citations for sources
  • footnotes
  • endnotes
  • parenthetical citations within the body of the text
• The authors are experts in the subject area and are often professors, researchers, or highly qualified practitioners
• The language used is often highly specialized and specific to the subject

Check here for more information on scholarly articles.

References

University of Washington Libraries. (2013, February 15). What is a scholarly journal article? [Video]. YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxgaOeQ10sQ