This literature review assignment guides you in synthesizing existing research on a topic of your choice (my research question is- How does early specialization in youth sports contributes to athlete burnout, performance outcomes and psychological well-being in competitive settings ?).
You will develop your skills in summarizing, evaluating, and connecting sources, providing insight into how scholars discuss this topic. The final product in APA Style please
Audience- Assume they are familiar with the basics of academic research but may not be experts on your specific topic.
Components
Introduction:
Briefly introduce your topic, explain its significance, and provide an overview of the focus of your literature review.
Body:
Organize your sources by themes, trends, or approaches relevant to your topic. For each source, summarize key arguments, methodologies, and findings. Evaluate the strengths and limitations, and connect them to other sources to show relationships or debates within the field.
Conclusion:
Summarize the main insights from the literature, discuss any gaps or unanswered questions, and propose potential directions for further research.
