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MSED 8231 - Trends in Middle & Secondary Schools

An in-depth study of current issues, reforms, and trends in middle grades and secondary science relevant to Science Education

Literature Reviews: An Overview

What is a Literature Review? What purpose does it serve in research? What should you expect when writing one? Watch this video to find out, even if you are NOT a graduate student!

Literature Review Examples

Distance Learning in Museums: A review of the Literature
Example of an article that consist of a literature review.

Emotional and Psychosocial Problems Encountered by Children Who Have Been Sexually Abused
Example of a research article that includes a literature review.

Gamification in Science Education. A Systematic Review of the Literature
Example of a research article that consists of a literature review.
Using Social Media for Learning in High Schools: A Systematic Literature Review
Example of a research article that consists of a literature review.

Literature Review Resources via the Web

Literature Reviews: The Writing Center at UNC College of Arts & Sciences