Literature review

 

1st Rough Draft The first draft of your literature review is due. This will allow you to receive substantive, detailed feedback from your instructor. The draft should be completed by Sunday 11:59 PM EST.  General APA formatting is required.

The rough draft should include all of the elements of the final literature review, specifically:

1. Title Page: Includes elements identified in EOP Manual.

2. University Publication License/Copyright: Includes elements identified in EOP Manual.

3. Abstract: The abstract is limited to 200 words, and highlights the purpose, method (literature sampling strategy), major finding(s) from analyses, and conclusion.

4. Table of Contents: Includes elements identified in EOP Manual.

5. Introduction: Identifies the student’s specific literature review topic, explicitly articulating a unifying, overarching theme that will guide the project

1. Literature Review: Summarizes the general state of the literature (cumulative knowledge base) on the specific research question by synthesizing themes, methods, results, and/or theoretical framework used in current literature. Each theme should end with a short conclusion and transition to the next section.

1. Discussion:  Synthesis of critical analysis of the literature (Reiterate common themes – what can you learn from what others have studied by looking at the whole picture?) Identifies new knowledge gained through integration of literature findings (What new knowledge have you or do you anticipate being able to generate based on your review? How can this information add to our understanding of the overall topic?

1. References: Includes a complete reference list, formatted to APA standards. References are from scholarly sources and current (within the last ten years).

1. Rubric: Complete a self-assessment of your literature review using the rubric and attach it to the assignment. This is intended to help you focus on the standards for assessing the literature review and to evaluate your progress. This will facilitate dialogue with your instructor about areas for improvement.

Due Date

Jul 3, 2022 11:59 PM

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Criterion Score

 

Statement of Problem

Detailed statement of the problem and why it is important to study.

8 points

 

Context of Problem

Detailed examination of existing literature to establish background for study. Key terms and theories defined.

8 points

 

Relevance to Field

Detailed description of how literature review contributes to field of psychology.

8 points

 

Relevance to Student’s Interests

Detailed description of how literature review contributes to student’s professional interests.

8 Points

Literature Sampling Approach

Literature sampling approach and techniques are clearly articulated and can be reproduced.

8 points

 

Critical Analysis of Literature

Thorough summary of the general state of the literature (cumulative knowledge base) on the specific research question by synthesizing themes, methods, results, and/or theoretical frameworks used in current literature.

12 points

 

Summary

Succinct summary of each section before transitioning to the next section included.

8 Points

 

Main Themes & Findings

Clear identification of main themes. Detailed synthesis of conclusions from literature review to alter conceptualizations of existing paradigms or establish new paradigms.

8 points

 

Contribution to Field

Detailed explanation of new knowledge gained through literature findings and how the findings contribute to field’s.

8 points

 

Implications for Future Research

Detailed, insightful recommendations for future research, with supporting rationale.

8 points

 

Conclusion

Clear, succinct summary of entire paper and findings.

8 points

 

Writing/Formatting

Work is presented in a logical and coherent way and maintains an academic tone. Writing is clear, articulate, and error free. Citations are composed in proper format with few or no errors. Scholarly resources are used. APA formatting of Title Page, Abstract, Table of Contents, and references.

8 points

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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