This week, you will write a mini-scientific literature review. It is mini because you will only be reviewing two sources.
For this literature review assignment, we are going to give you a choice of three topics to choose from. Choose one for this assignment.
Myasthenia Gravis – Disease pathophysiology and treatment mechanisms
Hodgkin’s Lymphoma – Correlation between diagnostics and prognosis
HIV/AIDS – Treatment mechanisms and prevention strategies
Remember, in a scientific review, focus your analysis on author’s hypothesis (thesis), scientific method used in the research, and the results of the study presented. In a scientific literature review, the reviewer (you) identifies what he/she perceives as the strengths and weaknesses of the study, and analyzes the author’s findings and conclusions.
For this review, be sure to:
Select two relevant and appropriate scholarly articles that address the topic you chose.
Present a thorough literature review of both articles by summarizing, synthesizing, and evaluating the materials.
Demonstrate understanding of the content presented in the articles.
Include a critical assessment of the sources. Do not simply include a summary of what you have read.
Incorporate citations into your body paragraphs; incorporate the essential and most relevant supporting evidence eloquently and appropriately.
Present your writing in a clear, organized manner.
Provide a strong introduction and conclusion, including further questions for research.
Use proper APA format with proper citations. Review APA Citations Here(Links to an external site.) (Links to an external site.)
Your literature review should be 2-4 pages in length. Remember, you will need to use APA formatting in your literature review and include a title page and a reference page. The title and reference pages to not count toward total page count.
Review the rubric for more details on how your assignment will be graded.
Due: Sunday, 11:59 p.m. (Pacific time)
Points: 100
Rubric
General Education Standardized Rubric: Literature Review (1)
General Education Standardized Rubric: Literature Review (1)
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSources
20 to >17.8 pts
Exceeds Expectations
Information is gathered from more than the required number of research-based sources. Sources are scholarly and relevant to the topic.
17.8 to >14.4 pts
Meets Expectations
Information is gathered from the required number of research-based sources.
14.4 to >11.8 pts
Approaches Expectations
A source may be missing or one or more sources are not considered scholarly. One source may not be relevant to the topic.
11.8 to >0 pts
Does Not Meet Expectations
Sources are missing, not cited or referenced, or are not appropriate for academic work.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting, Organization, and Structure
30 to >26.7 pts
Exceeds Expectations
Writing is well- organized, and demonstrates logical sequencing and structure.There is a clear, comprehensive, and well-worded introduction and conclusion. The topic/problem statement/thesis is clearly stated at the beginning. Body paragraphs integrate citations and supporting material into the writing smoothly and purposefully.
26.7 to >21.6 pts
Meets Expectations
Writing is generally well- organized, with some minor lapses in sequencing and structure.There is an introduction and conclusion, but they may be lacking in clarity. The topic/problem statement/thesis is stated at the beginning but may be ambiguous or poorly presented. Body paragraphs integrate citations and supporting material into the writing with some awkwardness.
21.6 to >17.7 pts
Approaches Expectations
Writing is poorly organized, with lapses in sequencing and structure.May be missing an adequate introduction or conclusion. The topic/problem statement/ thesis may not be stated but the reader can guess what it is from context. Body paragraphs do not integrate citations enough to support the material.
17.7 to >0 pts
Does Not Meet Expectations
There is no apparent organizational structure resembling that required by the assignment. There is no introduction or conclusion. The topic/problem statement/thesis is not stated or does not fit the assignment. There are no citations or supporting evidence.
30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReview of the Literature
30 to >26.7 pts
Exceeds Expectations
A comprehensive analysis of the data (with in-text APA citations as needed) is presented. A complete, detailed and accurate review of the validity of the data/research methodology/findings/outcomes is presented.A clear and thorough assessment of the relevance of the sources to the topic is presented. The student’s unique contribution is clearly identified. Gaps in the data or analysis, or new problems that emerge from your review of the literature are clearly identified.
26.7 to >21.6 pts
Meets Expectations
A vague or incomplete analysis of the data (with in-text APA citations as needed) is presented. A general review of the validity of the data/research methodology/findings/outcomes is presented.A general assessment of the relevance of the sources to the topic is presented The student’s unique contribution is somewhat identified. Gaps in the data or analysis, or new problems that emerge from your review of the literature are generally identified but may be lacking detail.
21.6 to >17.7 pts
Approaches Expectations
The literature review does not include an analysis of the materials but rather a summary. There is little or no analysis or synthesis of information. Citations may be missing or they are incorrectly used. Reference material may be unexplained or is not appropriate as evidence. The student presents no unique contribution to the materials or topic.
17.7 to >0 pts
Does Not Meet Expectations
A review of the literature is missing or incomplete. The review provides too little information to attach to a problem statement.
30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA and Mechanics
20 to >17.8 pts
Exceeds Expectations
The assignment consistently follows current APA format and is free from errors in formatting, citation, and references. No grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. All sources are cited and referenced correctly.
17.8 to >14.4 pts
Meets Expectations
The assignment consistently follows current APA format with only isolated and inconsistent mistakes and/or has a few grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Most sources are cited and referenced correctly.
14.4 to >11.8 pts
Approaches Expectations
The assignment occasionally uses current APA format and/or has a many grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Few sources are cited and referenced correctly.
11.8 to >0 pts
Does Not Meet Expectations
No attempt to follow APA format is indicated. Mechanical errors significantly interfere with the readability of the paper. Sources are not used and/or there is no reference page.
20 pts
Total Points: 100

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