How do you recognize a scholarly, peer-reviewed article?
Look for:
- Author names connected to biographies that give their expertise
- Abstracts and Conclusions that help you evaluate
- Literature reviews
- Methodology and Research
- Graphs, tables, and charts for in-depth data
- Notes, Works Cited, or References
Examples:
Stevenson, B. (2007). TITLE IX AND THE EVOLUTION OF HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS. Contemporary Economic Policy, 25(4), 486-505. doi:https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1465-7287.2007.00080.x
Boyce, B. A. (2002). Title IX: What Now? Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 73(7), 6–7. https://doi.org/10.1080/07303084.2002.10607835