- A list of sources used in a research paper or academic document.
- Includes only sources that are directly cited or referred to in the paper.
- Each entry includes specific information about the source, such as author, title, publication date, and other relevant details.
- Follows a consistent citation style, such as the Modern Language Association (MLA), American Psychological Association (APA), or Chicago Manual of Style.
Bibliography:
- A list of all the sources consulted or used in the course of research or writing a document, whether they are directly cited or not.
- Can include sources that were read but not specifically referenced in the text.
- Provides more comprehensive information about each source, including abstracts, annotations, or notes about the relevance or significance of the source to the research.
- Does not necessarily adhere to a specific citation style.
In summary, a work cited list is a specific type of bibliography that only includes sources directly referenced in a document and follows a consistent citation style, while a bibliography is a more comprehensive list of consulted sources that may or may not be directly cited and may include additional information.