2. Journal Prompt
Describe the part of your lit review that you feel
the strongest about, and the part that you think is
the weakest.
If you had to give a student next semester one tip
for writing his lit review, what would it be?
Homework: Start reading Chapter 11 in your
textbook. Pages 295-316.
3. General Tips
When you first introduce an author, try to state
first and last name, as well as some background
info and title of their work.
Example:
Elizabeth Wardle, Associate Professor at the
University of Central Florida, in her 2008
article “Mutt Genres and FYC,” explains…
4. General Tips
When you state that an author has conducted a
study, give some background on that study.
Example:
Deborah Brandt conducted a study to trace how
literacy sponsorship played a role in students’
perception of literacy. In her findings, she
explains,”…..”
5. General Tips
Make the connections between your sources as
clear as possible.
Example:
While Smith describes ____ aspect regarding the
FCAT, Jones describes ____ other aspect.
6. General Tips
After you have completed a section, read over
what you have written. When you have thoughts
or ideas regarding the claims made by your
authors, include them.
Look into the words chosen by the authors of
your sources. Explain what you think they may be
implying.
Analyze the claims and methodologies. Do you
think the conclusions stated are valid? Why or
why not?
7. General Tips
Check your parenthetical references. All page
numbers should be at the end of your sentences.
All commas inside quotation marks
Periods at the end of your sentences
Article titles in quotation marks, book and journal
titles in italics
8. Revising your Lit Review
Read over your entire lit review, keeping in mind
the tips that we’ve discussed
If you want me to read over a section, raise your
hand. Ask any questions and clarify any issues
before you leave
Bring a polished version to class on Monday. If
you feel that your draft is as strong as possible,
you may turn it in today.
