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EGR 1000 Engineering, Society, and You

An introduction to library services and resources with a focus on resources for engineering.

Literature Review Exampless

Paragraph-style example

  • Synthesis: This finding can be integrated into a larger discussion that explores other related findings, such as the effects of social media on sleep patterns or self-esteem. 
  • Topic: Social media and adolescent well-being.
  • Summary: Recent studies have explored the influence of social media on adolescent well-being. For example, Smith (2020) found that excessive social media use correlates with higher anxiety levels among teenagers.

Thematic-style example

  • Topic: 

    Climate change and its effects on biodiversity. 

  • Introduction: 

    The introduction would explore the growing use of technology in classrooms and its potential effects on learning. It would also define the topic and introduce the review's structure. 

  • Body: 

    The body would be organized into sections, such as:
    • Theme 1: Habitat Loss and Species Extinction: Summarize studies on how climate change leads to habitat loss and increases the risk of species extinction. 
    • Theme 2: Phenological Shifts: Discuss research on changes in the timing of biological events, such as flowering or migration, due to climate change. 
    • Theme 3: Marine Biodiversity: Review studies on the specific impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems, like coral bleaching and ocean acidification. 
  • Conclusion: 

    The conclusion would summarize the key findings and emphasize the need for further research on specific aspects, such as the long-term impacts or the effectiveness of conservation strategies