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A literature review describes the "literature" (that is, the important source material) on a particular topic. A literature review also helps you synthesize literature on your topic because in the process of writing a literature review, the writer learns to (1) identify various important issues/questions raised in the literature, and (2) sort and categorize experts' views according to the issues/questions identified in the literature. The primary purpose is to provide your target audience with an overview of what the experts are saying about the problem under investigation. Your report will update your target audience on the recent research in the field.

Writing a Literature Review - You will find the various sources helpful

A literature review asks: What do we know - or not know - about this particular issue/ topic/ subject?

How well you answer this question depends upon:

1. the effectiveness of your search for information

2. the quality & reliability of the sources you choose

3. your ability to synthesize the sources you select

Topic - Teen pregnancy

Within at least 250 words, You will post an abbreviated literature review.

You want to be sure and include subheadings to identify the sections.