how to critically review literature
The number of sources that you will be required to review will depend on what the literature review is for and how advanced you are in your studies. It could be from five sources at first year undergraduate level to more than fifty for a thesis.Your lecturer will advise you on these details. Start by writing your thesis statement. 2  This is an important introductory sentence that will tell your reader what the topic is and the overall perspective or argument you will be presenting. 3  Like essays, a literature review must have an introduction, a body and a conclusion.