Literature Review: (250 pts) CATEGORY 1 Introduction & Purpose (30 pts) 10 pts C

Literature Review: (250 pts)
CATEGORY 1 Introduction & Purpose (30 pts)
10 pts Clearly defines the research question or topic of the literature review.
10 pts Provides a comprehensive overview of the purpose and objectives of the
literature review.
10 pts Demonstrates a clear rationale for the importance and relevance of the
chosen topic
CATEGORY 2 Literature Search & Selection (40 pts)
15 pts Demonstrates a thorough and systematic search of relevant literature
sources.
15 pts Includes a diverse range of high-quality sources, such as academic
journals, books, and reputable websites.
5 pts Provides a clear and justified selection process for including or
excluding specific sources.
5 pts The literature review contains a minimum of 10 primary sources.
CATEGORY 3 Critical Analysis & Synthesis (80 pts)
20 pts Demonstrates a deep understanding of the key concepts, theories, or
methodologies in the literature.
20 pts Analyzes and evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of individual
sources.
20 pts Synthesis and integrates the findings from multiple sources to identify
common themes or patterns.
20 pts Provides insightful connections, comparisons, or contrasts among
different sources.
CATEGORY 4 Organization & Structure (50 pts)
15 pts Presents the literature review in a logical and coherent manner.
15 pts Uses appropriate headings, subheadings, and transitions to guide the
reader.
10 pts Demonstrates a clear and well-structured flow of ideas and arguments.
10 pts Provides a cohesive conclusion that summarizes the main findings and
their implications.
CATEGORY 5 Writing Style & Clarity (40 pts)
15 pts Demonstrates clear and concise writing that is free from grammatical
errors.
10 pts Uses appropriate academic language and vocabulary.
10 pts Follows proper citations (APA) and referencing guidelines consistently.
5 pts Uses effective paraphrasing, summarizing, and quoting techniques.
5 pts The final product is at least fifteen pages (15) not including the title and
reference pages.
CATEGORY 6 Overall Evaluation (10 pts)
5 pts Shows a comprehensive understanding of the literature related to the
research question.
5 pts Provides original insights or contributions to the field based on the
literature review.