A literature review
Literature Review Format
APA
MLA
Chicago
key steps
Search for relevant literature
Evaluate sources
Identify themes, debates, and gaps
Outline the structure
sources
Impact;
Relevance;
Validity
Innovation
Originality
types
exploratory
evaluative
instrumental
systematic review
meta-analysis
Structure of a Literature Review
Body Paragraphs
Introduction
Methodologically
Conclusion
key points
Gaps
Influential researches or theories
Contradictions and debates
Trends and patterns
Major themes