Lit Rev Checklist

Is the reference list formatted according to APA style, including correct order and punctuation?

Does the conclusion summarize key findings from the literature?

Are transitions between sections smooth and coherent?

Is the gap in this literature identified and discussed?

Does the review define its scope (e.g., specific topics, time periods, or types of studies)?

Is the themes among the sources identified and discussed?

Is the review relevant to current issues or debates in the field?

Are the definitions of independent and dependent variables clear and consistent across the literature?

Are the selected sources relevant to the research question or topic?

Are implications for future research or practice discussed?

Is the purpose of the literature review clearly stated?

Are DOIs and URLs provided for electronic sources where applicable?

Does the literature review contribute new insights or perspectives to the field?

Does the review address contradictions and areas of consensus among sources?

Are the independent and dependent variables clearly identified in the studies reviewed?

Does the review synthesize information from different sources effectively?

Are the transitions between ideas clear?

Are the sources up-to-date, especially in fast evolving fields?

Does the review discuss the relationship between independent and dependent variables, including any causal links?

Are all sources properly cited and included in a reference list?

Is the writing clear, precise, and free of jargon?

Is the review well-written with proper grammar and style?

Are there any tracks of writing techniques ( using quotes, summarising and paraphrasing?

Are there clear sections or headings that guide the reader through the review?

Are potential biases in the literature or limitations of the review acknowledged?

Is the literature review organized logically (e.g., thematically, chronologically)?

Does the review include a variety of sources (e.g., books, peer-reviewed articles, reports)?

Are in-text citations correctly formatted (author-date format)?

Does the introduction effectively sets up the literature review?

Is the methodology for selecting and analyzing sources clearly described?

Does the review go beyond summarizing sources to critically engage with them?

Is the document formatted according to APA guidelines (e.g., margins, font, spacing)?