Literature Review Outline Template (Page 2 of 2) in pdf

Literature Review Strategies

The following are brief descriptions of techniques that you might use in your literature review. Choose the

approaches that are the most pertinent to your rhetorical situation. Defer to your professor’s instructions.

Summary

Synthesis

Briefly state the

Combine ideas in order to form

argument and main

an integrated theory or system

points of relevant

through critical evaluation,

research.

compare/contrast, etc.

Analysis

Evaluation

Closely examine the

Assess the research based on

elements or structure of the

criteria you choose, state, and

research and interpret

explain. Support your

through the lens of the field.

evaluation with research.

Sample Literature Review (Short Version)

Thesis Statement: Service-learning programs implemented in American undergraduate universities

since 2000 have not only proven beneficial for the individuals or organizations being served but also for

the participating students by offering opportunities for academic, emotional, and social growth.

Prior studies have identified many benefits for educational institutions from

service-learning programs. These benefits include positive perceptions of the university by

the community (Miron & Moely, 2006), enhanced student retention rates (Eyler et al.,

2001), positive teaching and learning outcomes such as greater student involvement and

Summary of

participation in class (Caruso et al., 2007), and increased opportunities for meaningful

key research

research and scholarly activities (Strand et al., 2003).

In this study and related research, the individuals serving are university students

who are collaborating with the community partner. The studied benefits to individuals

serving include cultural awareness sharing (Crabtree, 2008), as well as networking

opportunities and application of classroom learning to real-world issues (Bowen et al.,

2009). Ultimately, service-learning stimulates student learning and engages students in

Evaluation and

their surrounding communities. Service learning creates new goals for students such as

application to

personal development, career development, moral development, academic achievement,

thesis/topic

and “reflective civic participation” (Lamb et al., 1998). These types of projects allow

students to utilize material learned in the classroom to improve societal conditions.

Integrating concepts and theories learned in the classroom with everyday life

makes students more capable of highlighting the importance of each course. Additionally,

Analysis and

material learned in business courses can be applied to benefit the community through a

Synthesis

variety of tangible services, such as business planning or marketing new programs.

Service learning is an excellent way for students to apply their course lessons to real-world

situations and concurrently benefit the community.

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