For a more detailed analysis of the differences between these types of publications, see these sites:
Scholarly vs. Popular Periodicals video (Vanderbilt University)
This short video introduces the main differences between these two types of publications.
Scholarly vs. Popular Materials (NCSU Libraries)
This page compares popular, scholarly and trade journals.
Always Read Carefully!
If your professor asks for a scholarly ARTICLE, make sure it's not a
-
book review
-
editorial
-
letter to the editor
|