Introduction
Describe the problem/issue/concept you are exploring Why is this analysis appropriate?
Importance of the problem
The scope of the review (how many sources did you consult) How the results of the literature review will be applied
Identify the research questions you hope to answer
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Literature Review
Explain the rationale used for selecting the sources to analyze
Explain the procedures to be used for analyzing the sources
Identify the criteria for evaluating the information found
Analyze each source and its relevance to your research question
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Discussion
Make academically sound and appropriate claims based on your research
Present evidence and ideas from sources that support those claims
Concepts are organized by sub-topics related to research questions
Sources are grouped by concepts instead of individual entities
Grouping may be related to research questions.
Validity of sources is stated to support your ultimate answers to your questions.
Cite each of your statements by identifying sources that support your claims.
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Conclusions and Recommendations
Identify and synthesize findings, relating them to future expectations
Provide answer to your research question
Provide recommendations for future research
Speculate how this research could be applied to the workpace
Relate your research to current and future business policies and procedures,
company reform or revisions, or other warranted situations
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