POPULAR MAGAZINES | SCHOLARLY JOURNALS |
Its purpose is to inform or entertain | Its aim is to report on scholarly research |
Articles typically short in length | Longer articles with in-depth analysis |
Written by a reporter, journalist, or staff writer | Written by a scholarly expert or specialist (credentials provided) |
Articles are reviewed by editorial staff | Articles are peer-reviewed & critically evaluated by scholars |
Little or no references are included as support | Sources are always cited in a formal bibliography |
Slick & attractive in appearance with advertisements & glossy photos | Very structured format: abstract, methodology, literature review, results, conclusion. No frills. |
Examples: People, National Geographic, Reader's Digest | Examples: Young Children, New England Journal of Medicine, Harvard Business Review |