Mapping the Literature
For this assignment, you will create a literature map for a quantitative study in a healthcare related area of interest to you ( anything) . Use the example found in Creswell & Creswell (2018) Chapter 2.
Submission Instructions:
- Include at least three headings and 5-6 pieces of literature under each heading.
- Above your map, provide a summative description of your map.
- Your paper will include the title and references page according to the current APA style.
- You can use whatever software you like to create the literature map. BUT the map itself must be uploaded as a PDF or DOC (DOCX) file only.
- Incorporate a minimum of 15 current (published within last five years) scholarly journal articles or primary legal sources (statutes, court opinions) within your work.
- All references in the map must be constructed according to current APA style.
- Late work policies, expectations regarding proper citations, acceptable means of responding to peer feedback, and other expectations are at the discretion of the instructor.
Grading Rubric
Your assignment will be graded according to the grading rubric.
| Lit Map Rubric (1) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
| Summative of the Map |
10 pts Distinguished The summary demonstrates a sophisticated understanding. 8 pts Excellent The summary demonstrates an accomplished understanding. 6 pts Fair The summary demonstrates an acceptable understanding. 3 pts Poor The summary demonstrates an unacceptable understanding. 0 pts No Marks Missing criteria and/or submission. |
/ 10 pts |
|
Use of Citations to Course Readings and Additional Research/Literature |
5 pts Distinguished Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Exceptional use of citations and extended referencing. 4 pts Excellent Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing. 3 pts Fair Ineffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing. 2 pts Poor Ineffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. An unacceptable use of citations and extended referencing. 0 pts No Marks Missing criteria and/or submission. |
/ 5 pts |
|
Writing Mechanics and APA Formatting Guidelines |
5 pts Full Marks Demonstrate a high level of clarity, precision, and attention to detail. APA style is correct and writing is free of grammar and spelling errors. 4 pts Excellent Demonstrate a high level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail. 3 pts Fair Demonstrate a moderate level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail. 2 pts Poor Demonstrates issues in writing and communicating clearly. APA style and writing mechanics need serious attention. 0 pts No Marks Missing criteria and/or submission. |
/ 5 pts |
| Total Points: 0 | ||
