Writing a literature review | GRTR37



Description

This workshop will define the various elements that comprise a literature review and provide practical strategies for students in the process of completing a literature review for coursework. Specific topics that are covered include identifying scholarly literature, creating and following a research plan, and assessing the usefulness of texts for your literature reviews.

Students will also have the opportunity to read and examine samples of literature reviews from completed dissertations and critique them with their peers.

Learning Objectives

After attending this workshop, participants will be able to:
 
  • Describe the contents and purpose of a literature review
  • Set a strategy for writing and structuring a literature review
  • Identify the benefits of notetaking and reference management tools when writing literature reviews
  • Identify acceptable sources for inclusion in literature reviews
  • Identify useful reading strategies for writing a literature review
     

Leaders Information

Jing (Toni) Wang (she/her) holds a PhD in Anthropology and is currently pursuing an MA in Applied Linguistics in the Department of Education. Her current research explores the intersections of culture, language, and immigration, with a particular focus on the experiences of marginalized communities. She is interested in how language shapes identity, belonging, and social inclusion.




How it works

Event details

Workshop location

Sir George Williams

Start date

Thursday, March 19, 2026

End date

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Workshop days

Thursday

Time

From 12:00 to 14:00

Capacity

27 / 40

Registration deadline

Wednesday, March 18, 2026