Pathophysiology Review Coursework details:
The coursework should consist of one review article on the effects of gestational diabetes on the foetus, and diagnostics and treatments
2000 words
Review 1 article but use different books, journals and articles (46 references in total) to analyse it
Try to focus on an in-depth, narrow area
Arrange your material so that it is presented logically
Writing a review is different from writing an essay. An essay presents information and describes it. A review must do that and then go on to evaluate, compare, contrast and discuss information from various sources.
Begin with a concise, descriptive title
Provide no more than 6 key words
The abstract should be very carefully written to demonstrate a good understanding of the detailed issues relating to your topic in only 300 words maximum. Usually, it is best to write the abstract after the review is complete.
You will then need to introduce the topic, placing it in the broader context. This should be fairly brief
The main body of the review will contain: detailed information, discuss the topic in depth, providing a detailed insight to revenant, up to date issues
Text should be supported by current sources, correctly cited
A reference list must be provided and should contain mostly up to date journal articles. At this level, journals as well as books should be used.
Also provide a word count
Layout of the review:
Title
Abstract (300 words maximum)
Introduction (Briefly 200/250 words)
Main body (Detailed, discuss , analyse, also discuss treatments and diagnosis) (around 1000-1100)words
Conclusion (400-500 words)
Word count
46 References
How to write your review:
Summarise and review the evidence and concepts concerning the effects of gestational diabetes on the foetus, and diagnostics and treatments
Analyse the information and not describe it
A review is a not a simple recitation of facts
Scanning the literature:
Identify a few key papers
Assess the relevance and value of each article
Clarify your thoughts. Subdivide the main topic in smaller subject areas. You may use SPSER method
Situation: Outline the context of the topic and its history
Problem: state the unsolved issues or questions or problems in the field
Solutions: Outline possible answers or ways to tackle the problems
Evolution: Describe positive or negative values of each solution
Recommendation: Arrive at a conclusion by deciding what should happen next, outline your reasoning
How to structure your review:
Introduction: It should give the general background to the research area, its development and importance. You should restrict the subject matter and explain why its important. You should explain here the key terms used in your review.
Main body of text: This should discuss the published work in the selected field and it could be divided in subsections.
It should include a balanced descriptions of all published views of the topic to allow the reader to get a general overview of the current state of the research area.
It should explain how different techniques are developing, and it should discuss their benefits and disadvantages.
You should assess the relative importance of different types of evidence, you should not be afraid of being critical
Indicate possible conflicts between different theories
Indicate gaps on current knowledge
Conclusion & Reference:
You should summarise here the knowledge reviewed and you should point towards future lines of research.
The reference section should provide full details of all papers cited.
Marking criteria:
Pathophysiology Review Coursework details:
The coursework should consist of one review article on the effects of gestational diabetes on the foetus, and diagnostics and treatments
2000 words
Review 1 article but use different books, journals and articles (46 references in total) to analyse it
Try to focus on an in-depth, narrow area
Arrange your material so that it is presented logically
Writing a review is different from writing an essay. An essay presents information and describes it. A review must do that and then go on to evaluate, compare, contrast and discuss information from various sources.
Begin with a concise, descriptive title
Provide no more than 6 key words
The abstract should be very carefully written to demonstrate a good understanding of the detailed issues relating to your topic in only 300 words. Usually, it is best to write the abstract after the review is complete.
You will then need to introduce the topic, placing it in the broader context. This should be fairly brief
The main body of the review will contain: detailed information, discuss the topic in depth, providing a detailed insight to revenant, up to date issues
Text should be supported by current sources, correctly cited
A reference list must be provided and should contain mostly up to date journal articles. At this level, journals as well as books should be used.
Also provide a word count
Layout of the review:
Title
Abstract (300 words maximum)
Introduction (Briefly 200/250 words)
Main body (Detailed, discuss , analyse, also discuss treatments and diagnosis) (around 1000-1100)words
Conclusion (400-500 words)
Word count
46 References
How to write your review:
Summarise and review the evidence and concepts concerning the effects of gestational diabetes on the foetus, and diagnostics and treatments
Analyse the information and not describe it
A review is a not a simple recitation of facts
Scanning the literature:
Identify a few key papers
Assess the relevance and value of each article
Clarify your thoughts. Subdivide the main topic in smaller subject areas. You may use SPSER method
Situation: Outline the context of the topic and its history
Problem: state the unsolved issues or questions or problems in the field
Solutions: Outline possible answers or ways to tackle the problems
Evolution: Describe positive or negative values of each solution
Recommendation: Arrive at a conclusion by deciding what should happen next, outline your reasoning
How to structure your review:
Introduction: It should give the general background to the research area, its development and importance. You should restrict the subject matter and explain why its important. You should explain here the key terms used in your review.
Main body of text: This should discuss the published work in the selected field and it could be divided in subsections.
It should include a balanced descriptions of all published views of the topic to allow the reader to get a general overview of the current state of the research area.
It should explain how different techniques are developing, and it should discuss their benefits and disadvantages.
You should assess the relative importance of different types of evidence, you should not be afraid of being critical
Indicate possible conflicts between different theories
Indicate gaps on current knowledge
Conclusion & Reference:
You should summarise here the knowledge reviewed and you should point towards future lines of research.
The reference section should provide full details of all papers cited.
Marking criteria: (80 – 100%)
-Outstanding analysis, synthesis and evaluation of material
-Imaginative and original approach to study
-Full understanding of all material covered
-Correct length, excellent written style, organisation and presentation
-Excellent range of current views and research
-Incorporates very goof logical arguments
-Exceeds normal expectations at this stage of development
Checklist:
Is there a general, introductory paragraph?
Are the key concepts clearly defined?
Are the relevant concepts/theories referred to?
Is there a logical sequence/argument?
Have you made suggestions for future studies?
Is a conclusion/summary statement given in the final paragraph?
Are key papers used and referenced correctly?
