Primary Sources A. Books B. Shorter works C. Essays, articles, nonfiction D. Audiovisuals by type 2. A subject matter bibliography can be a precursor to an review of literature essay. It can be as arrow or broad as the subject matter under consideration. It can be limited to books or journals or other media or be inclusive. This is determined by the writer.
Pathfinders are bibliographies designed to introduce the novice to a discipline.
General Books A. grouped by content 1. Professional Books A. pedagogy B. technology C. standards or licensing 3. Reference Books A. handbooks B. almanacs C. dictionaries D. encyclopedias E. directories F. bibliographies G. government publications 4. The usefulness of a bibliography is dependent on the accuracy of the information. Effort should be made to have complete citations with no typographical or content errors.