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Paper follows all instructions provided for the literature review: 1. 4-5 Pages in length (no more than 5 pages) 2. 12-point, Times New Roman font with 1-inch margins 3. Title Page, Intro, Critical Evaluation of each work, Conclusion, and reference section. 4. Infrequent use of quotations 5. Proper use of APA format The paper is organized in a logical manner with clear transitions between sections that link core concepts.
Communicating clearly with the intended audience. Writing does not allow for misinterpretation (clear words, phrases, and sentence structure). The writing is concise, and the intended meaning is clear, accurate, and unambiguous.
Introduction of topic including a clear statement of the topic and why the this topic is interesting, problematic, important, or relevant.
Critical Evaluation of each work (Why & How, not What): How is each work similar or different with respect to the topic? I. Identify areas that need further work and pinpoint discrepancies in the existing literature II. Relate explicitly to your current research topic III. Classify the existing body of knowledge in reference to what is already proven/known and unknown. IV. Formulate research questions that need to be worked further.
Relevant conclusions that relate to the objectives and follow from the content of the review are presented. It should include a summary of the general conclusions made.
A range of relevant sources have been carefully selected for the review. Analyses at least 10 peer reviewed documents published within the past 5 years.