Do you have to write a literature review? Do you need a good assistant? Then you have come to the right place. In this article, you will find information necessary for writing a comprehensive literature review.
 
Before you start writing your literature review, it is necessary to understand the goals you should achieve.

• Describe the interrelation between different sources;
• Suggest new ways of interpreting a certain problem;
• Resolve conflicts between contradictory approaches to the research topic.

No matter whether you have to write a research paper, dissertation, or thesis, your literature review should include the following elements:

1. Overview of the problem under consideration. In this part of the literature review, tell about the objectives of your paper.
2. Classification of the sources (e.g. those supporting a particular position, or those against it).
3. Analysis of the sources, ideas introduced, etc.
4. Conclusion. In this part of the literature review, tell which of the sources are of particular importance and made the greatest contribution to the development of the research area.

How should the sources be analyzed?
 
When discussing the sources in your literature review, answer the following questions:

• What idea does the author support?
• Does he/she support statements and assumptions?
• Is the author’s viewpoint objective or subjective?
• Does the author’s provide convincing arguments?

Literature review format
 
A literature review usually follows a thesis introduction. It is placed on a separate page. Literature review format depends on the research area the writer investigates.
 
Do not forget to proofread and edit your literature review before you hand it in. If you do not understand something, do not waste your time and visit your teacher. He/she can definitely answer all of your questions.
 
Good luck!