Narrative, systematic, scoping, or integrative? Know exactly which review type fits your research goals.
If you're nodding along to any of these, this tool was made for you.
Confused about different types of literature reviews
Not sure which review type your committee expects
Mixing up systematic review requirements with narrative reviews
Choosing a review type that doesn't match your RQ
A decision guide that matches your research goals, resources, and timeline to the appropriate literature review type.
Everything you need to make confident decisions
See differences across all major review types at a glance
Answer questions to find your ideal review type
Know exactly what each review type demands
Explain your choice to your committee
Simple steps to transform your research process
Review the comparison matrix to understand your options
Use the decision tree based on your research goals
Check the requirements for your selected review type
Use the justification template in your methodology
Choose the right review type for your goals
Understand expectations for each approach
Avoid methodology mismatches
Choose the right review type from the start. No wasted effort on the wrong approach.
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