Writing the Literature Review
The literature review is typically 20 to 30 pages long. It is organized around the key research questions. The order of themes presented is based on the order of research questions listed in the introduction section. The parallel structure between research questions and themes should be maintained throughout the thesis.
Here are two samples of completed MA Thesis literature reviews: Sample 1 and Sample 2
Consult Chapter Dr. Bui's How to Write a Master's Thesis(2013) - Appendix D for Writing Tips (A Must Read!)
Here are four videos that will help you with this task:
- Organizing the literature review
- Introducing a section
- Writing the research-based paragraph
- Writing the information-based paragraph
Organizing the Literature Review (4:11)
Introducing a Section (5:31)
Writing the Research-Based Paragraph (2:25)
Writing an Information-Based Paragraph (3:26)
