These are instructions from the professor:
What is the Format for Literature Reviews?
“Just like most academic papers, literature reviews also must contain at least three basic elements: an
introduction or background information section; the body of the review containing the discussion of
sources; and, finally, a conclusion and recommendations section to end the paper.
•Title page
•Abstract page
•Introduction: Gives a quick idea of the topic of the literature review, such as the central theme or
organizational pattern. One page or less.
•Body: Contains your discussion of sources and is organized thematically (see below for more
information on each). At least five pages
•Conclusions and Recommendations: Discuss what you have drawn from reviewing literature so far.
Where might the discussion proceed?” One-two pages.
•References
Important Points to Consider
The paper is to be written in strict conformance to APA 6th ed. Manual standards, and contain at least
five pages of content (excluding the title page, abstract, and references pages) utilizing at least 10
scholarly references. It is highly recommended that each student download and read the instructions to
avoid any stress created by issues that are the result of waiting until the last minute. At least two levels
of APA headings should be used throughout the paper. In all instances, be sure to use the APA guidelines
for citations and references. The paper must not be a series of quotations.
