What is the difference between Scholarly and Popular Periodicals?

 

 

 

Scholarly Periodicals ("Journals")

Example: Journal of Memory and Language

 

► Peer-reviewed (refereed) by other experts

► In-depth analysis and/or original research, written by
     scholars and practitioners

► Bibliography/footnotes

► Sections often include Literature review, Methodology,
     and Results

► Charts, graphs, maps, or stats

 

Popular Periodicals ("Magazines")

Example: Business Week

 

► Articles about current events, people, etc.

► Written by a journalist or professional writer

► Not peer-reviewed (refereed)

► Glossy photos and many ads

► No bibliography or footnotes