Literature+Review

Students will write a reflective literature review of a maximum of 12 pages (double-spaced, 12 pt. font) including reference list. This paper will include discussion of research studies, research-based practices, and theoretical models centered on a specific area of curriculum development. It will also include description of personal experiences that are pertinent to the discussion of research and theory on curriculum, and culminate with a discussion of implications for future practice. Students will use APA style for format, citations, and reference list. This will act as the basis for a presentation made to the class about the selected topic (Objectives 1, 2, 6, 8,9)
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 * Rubric/Criteria**: [[file:Reflective Literature Review Assessment Rubric.docx]]

Resources: A ** literature review ** is a body of text that aims to review the critical points of current knowledge including substantive findings as well as theoretical and methodological contributions to a particular topic. Literature reviews are [|secondary sources], and as such, do not report any new or original experimental work.

Simai Haji Mati was quoted saying that literature review should be referred to as reviewing and analyzing the work of literature in relation to the specified topic in research.

Most often associated with academic-oriented literature, such as a [|thesis], a literature review usually precedes a research proposal and results section. Its ultimate goal is to bring the reader up to date with current literature on a topic and forms the basis for another goal, such as future research that may be needed in the area.

A well-structured literature review is characterized by a [|logical] flow of ideas; current and relevant references with consistent, appropriate [|referencing style] ; proper use of [|terminology] ; and an unbiased and comprehensive view of the previous research on the topic. (source: [] )

The following resources will orient you to writing a literature review:

What is a literature review and how do I write one? (UNM COE)

Literature Review Handout

Lit Reviews

What is a literature review?

Lit Review PDF

Guidelines for writing a lit review

Webtorial on literature review

choosing a topic

getting started (choosing a topic)