Instruction
HDFR 2080 - Guidelines for Mini-Literature Review Paper
50 pts: Mini-literature review should be at least 3 pages (double-space): Does not include title page or reference pages
All papers must be formatted in the APA 6th Edition Style; APA format should be used throughout the paper including the title page, body of the paper, and the reference page.
Students will review the scholarly research that pertains to their human sexuality topic. A literature review is a summary of what the scholarly literature says about your specific topic.
Your literature review paper must include a title page, introduction, literature review of human sexuality topic, conclusion and a reference page.
Points Distribution
Introduction 5pts
Students must introduce their topic and what will be covered in the literature review paper.
Literature Review and Writing 30pts
The literature review section must have at least 3 journal/scholarly articles. Popular press, media, textbook, and internet references will be acceptable for this assignment on a limited level (as long as you include 3 scholarly articles). This section should thoroughly discuss the literature as it relates to your specific topic.
Conclusion and Reflection 10pts
The conclusion should summarize the paper. This section can include a short reflection from the student about the topic.
APA Style and Writing 5pts
Total Points 50pts
Important points to remember when you are writing your paper.
Start by reading and taking notes on 3-4 journal articles
Give yourself time to find your sources and to write.
Do not use quotations throughout your paper. You will need to paraphrase.
Avoid first person when writing in the literature review section. Feel free to use 'I' in the conclusion/reflection section.
Papers will be graded for spelling and grammar.
If you have any questions about a journal that you have located, do not hesitate to ask me.
Below are some helpful links:
To search for journal articles (enter keywords pertaining to your topic): (Links to an external site.) https://library.auraria.edu (Links to an external site.)
Purdue OWL: APA Formatting and Style Guide: (Links to an external site.)https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/ (Links to an external site.)
In-Text Citations for Author/Authors: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/03/ (Links to an external site.)
Reference List for Author/Authors: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/06/ (Links to an external site.)
Example on how to write a mini-literature review: https://library.ithaca.edu/sp/assets/users/_lchabot/lit_rev_eg.pdf