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Introduction

What is a Review Paper?

A State of the art review

A Historical review

A Comparison of two perspectives review

A Synthesis of two fields review

A Theoretical model building review

Key Considerations for Writing A Review Paper

Keep your focus narrow.

Analyze, synthesize, and interpret.

Use only academic sources.

Document your sources.

Quote sparingly and properly.

Choose an informative title.

Consider your audience.

Elements of a Review paper

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Keep your discussion focused on your topic and more importantly your thesis. Don't let tangents or extraneous material get in the way of a concise, coherent discussion. A well focused paper is crucial in getting your message across to your reader.

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Review Essays for the Biological Sciences

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