Criteria for Grading Your Literature Review

Introduction (15)

Specifically: orienting the reader to what the paper is about (purpose/intent) and the major issues, themes, or topics around which it's organized.

Flow (15)

Specifically: the logicality of the paper’s organization (how easy or difficult it is to follow), use of headings and subheads, and transitions between and among themes/topics/ideas.


Content (35)

Specifically


Writing techniques (20)

Specifically: grammar (including active vs. passive voice), punctuation, sentence structure, spelling, subject/verb agreement, use of pronouns, parallel construction, etc.


Citation structure (15)

Including appropriate use of direct quotations and accuracy of the in-narrative and reference list cites.