A: The purpose of a scholarly journal is to
provide original research. A scholarly journal is a journal that has articles
in it written by an expert in the field for serious readers such as professors,
researchers and students. The articles are more in-depth analysis of topics
and include a bibliography or Works Cited page. Articles are critically
evaluated by experts in the field. The word "journal" would be in the title.
Examples of journals that The Halle Library owns are Journal of abnormal
child psychology, Journal of accountancy, Journal of adolescence, Journal
of reading, Journal of adult education, Journal of advanced nursing, Journal
of developmental education, Journal of education finance, Journal of educational
administration and Journal of educational statistics.