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Literature review 
Literature review
A comprehensive synthesis of the literature pertinent to a particular area of potential research. Paper should include a title page, abstract, introduction, and review of the read research, a summary, and references. All should adhere to APA formatting. There is no length requirements but it is anticipated that the average body length would be 15-25 pages.
Rubric Code: YXAB957
By sloopylew
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Subject: Education  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: Graduate

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20 % Sets a foundation for the body of the literature review. Summarizes the rationale for reviewing this area of research and leads to the problem statement (specific area of concern within this area)
  Poor

1 pts

Good

2 pts

Exemplary

3 pts

Abstract

10%
A summary of the totality of the literature review covering major points and conclusions. Between 150-250 words
Poor

Too short/long. Lacks flow - doens't match the review. Content unrelated or not accurate relevant to the essay. Poorly written with lack of displayed understanding of the purpose of an abstract.
Good

In bounds of the confines (150-250 words). Accurately summarizes most major points but leaves some missing. Flow of the abstract doesn't match the flow of the essay in its entirety but rather in a chaotic manner.
Exemplary

Is appropriate length. Flow matches the review itself covering the major points and conclusions of the essay including rationale, problem statement, major concepts and conclusions, and a statement for further research.
Problem Statement

10%
Specific area of concern within the identified area of interest. Clear and concise statement about what needs to be better understood and why this review is necessary. Refer to: http://libguides.usc.edu/writingguide/introduction/researchproblem for more information.
Poor

Neither implicit nor explicit reference is made to the topic or purpose of the essay. It is unclear the direction or nature of the review leading into the body of the review
Good

Readers are aware of the overall problem, challenge, or topic of the article, however, it feels disconnected to the overall introduction.
Exemplary

The topic is introduced, and groundwork is laid as to the direction of the article. Clear and directed statement of the problem so the reader has an understanding of what is upcoming in the body.
BODY
50 % A review, critique, and synthesis of the existing body of literature in a given content area. Explores the major themes, outcomes, ideas, and conclusions found by researching the topic. Gives the reader a range of knowledge on the content area with clear/concise writing narrowing from broad concept to narrow and specific summaries, concepts, and problems. Leads the reader to a logical conclusion about why the writer is going to conduct future research in this area and what the research will be.
  Poor

1 pts

Good

2 pts

Exemplary

3 pts

Flow of the review

15%
Poor

The literature review appears to have no direction, with subtopics appearing disjointed.
Good

There is a basic flow from one section to the next, but not all sections or paragraphs follow in a natural or logical order. Concepts from articles are loosely tied but not fully cohesive.
Exemplary

The literature review goes from general ideas to specific conclusions. Transitions tie sections together, as well as adjacent paragraphs. Concepts and ideas from articles are cohesive and connect logically.
Coverage of content

20%
Poor

Major research contributors are missing. Too much focus on one or two research articles. Many ideas are disconnected or superfluous to the overall content area and problem statement
Good

A wide range of sources have been identified and used. Sources are fairly reported on. Some articles/ideas feel disconnected from the overall content area.
Exemplary

The appropriate content in consideration is covered in depth without being redundant. Sources are cited when specific statements are made. Significance to the content area is unquestionable.
Clear writing

15%
Poor

It is hard to know what the writer is trying to express. Writing is convoluted. Misspelled words, incorrect grammar, and improper punctuation are evident. Clearly not proofread and edited in a systematic way.
Good

Writing is generally clear, but unnecessary words are occasionally used. Meaning is sometimes hidden. Paragraph or sentence structure is too repetitive. Few spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors are made.
Exemplary

Writing is crisp, clear, and succinct. The writer incorporates the active voice when appropriate and supports ideas with examples. No spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors are made.
CONCLUSION
15 % Summarizes the totality of the essay hitting on major points and ideas leading into the statement for future research - a paragraph about what specifically will you propose to research
  Poor

1 pts

Fair

2 pts

Good

3 pts

Conclusion

Poor

There is no indication the author tried to synthesize the information or make a conclusion based on the literature under review.
Fair

The author provides concluding remarks that show an analysis and synthesis of ideas occurred. Some of the conclusions, however, were not supported in the body of the report.
Good

The author was able to make succinct and precise conclusions based on the review. Insights into the problem are appropriate.
REFERECES
15 %
  Poor

1 pts

Fair

2 pts

Good

3 pts

APA referencing

Poor

Citations for the articles did not follow APA format and was missing essential information
Fair

Citations for the articles did follow APA format; however; a few errors in essential information were evident
Good

Citation for the article did follow APA format. Essential information was accurate and complete.



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