IT 304 - Writing Literature Reviews

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What is the primary purpose of a literature review?

  • To summarize personal opinions on the topic
  • To showcase the researchers' writing skills
  • To list all sources without critical evaluation
  • To identify gaps in existing research and propose new areas of study (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a type of source material typically included in a literature review?

  • Unpublished research studies
  • Published research studies
  • Personal interviews (correct)
  • Online sources

When citing sources in-text, which of the following is a requirement?

  • Summarize ideas without indicating the original author
  • Use parenthetical documentation when referencing others' work (correct)
  • Quote directly without attribution
  • Paraphrase without citation

What might a good literature review lead to?

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What is a distinction between foreign and local studies in research?

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What is a common pitfall when conducting literature reviews?

<p>Including sources without critical evaluation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes what synthesizing literature involves?

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What should the literature review be guided by?

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What is a primary requirement for the literature review according to the recommended guidelines?

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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a part of the literature review's objectives?

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What should be indicated when citing a specific part of a source?

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When using parenthetical citations, how should page numbers be formatted?

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What is an appropriate way to use sources in the literature review?

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According to the guidelines, how should electronic sources be treated in citations?

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What is a common pitfall to avoid in a literature review?

<p>Providing only summaries of each work. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which citation format indicates a chapter from a book in the literature review?

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What is a key reason to use a quote in research writing?

<p>To emphasize the exact wording of a source (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is it preferable to paraphrase rather than quote?

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What criteria should be met by materials used in a thesis or capstone project?

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What distinguishes plagiarism from copyright infringement?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the use of materials in research?

<p>Materials should provide an adequate understanding of the topic (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of copyright infringement, which statement is accurate?

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Which of these statements about quoting and paraphrasing is true?

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Which is NOT a guideline for selecting materials for research?

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Flashcards

Literature Review Purpose

A literature review shows the researcher's understanding of published works on a specific topic.

Literature Review Importance

A good literature review identifies areas where more research is needed and helps researchers understand research conflicts.

Literature Review Types

Literature reviews can be separate assignments or introductory sections of reports, dissertations, or theses.

Research Study Sources

Published and unpublished research studies, from anywhere in the world, should be included in a literature review.

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In-text Citation Rules

When referring to other's work, give credit by citing the source in the text.

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Citation Methods

Use parenthetical documentation to give credit to the sources.

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Online Sources

Online sources can be part of a literature review.

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Review Scope

A literature review focuses on a particular topic within a certain field.

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Literature Review Criteria

A good literature review uses recent, objective, relevant materials, and avoids using too many or too few sources.

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When to Quote

Use quotes when the exact words are crucial to your point, you agree with the author's statement, or you disagree with the author's statement.

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When to Paraphrase

Paraphrase when you don't need the exact words, want to explain the evidence in detail, or need to balance out a direct quote.

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Plagiarism

Taking credit for someone else's work.

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Copyright Infringement vs. Plagiarism

Copyright infringement is illegal use of copyrighted material, while plagiarism is unethical claiming of someone else's work.

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Copyright Infringement: Profit

Someone making money from copyright infringement doesn't claim ownership, but still acts illegally by using the material.

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Plagiarism: Claiming Ownership

The person committing plagiarism takes credit for the work as their own.

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Copyright Infringement: Buyer Liability

Even the buyer of copyrighted material can face legal consequences if they knowingly purchased infringed work.

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What is the main goal of a literature review?

A literature review should critically analyze research, not just summarize it. It must show the researcher's understanding of different perspectives, theories, and approaches, while connecting them to their own research goals.

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How are research papers organized in a literature review?

A literature review groups research papers into categories based on their stance: supporting a position, opposing it, or offering alternative perspectives.

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What is the role of in-text citations?

In-text citations give credit to sources within the text, referencing direct quotes, paraphrases, summaries, and other material from the source.

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How do in-text citations relate to references?

In-text citations are short references in the text. They link to full bibliographic entries in the reference list at the end of the paper.

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How do you cite specific parts of a source?

To cite a specific part, include the page, chapter, figure, table, or equation number in the in-text citation. Always use page numbers for direct quotes.

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What are APA guidelines?

The American Psychological Association (APA) provides guidelines for formatting research papers, including citation style.

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What does the Chicago Manual of Style cover?

The Chicago Manual of Style provides guidelines for formatting research papers, including citation style.

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What are the differences between APA and Chicago?

APA and Chicago are two common styles for citing sources. Their main differences lie in formatting citations and references. APA is commonly used in social sciences, while Chicago is preferred in humanities.

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Study Notes

IT 304 - Quantitative Research: Writing Literature Reviews

  • Purpose of Literature Reviews: Show readers existing research, provide a good overview of published work related to a specific topic, and present a critical discussion of differing arguments. The review should be a synthesis and analysis of relevant work, always linked to the research purpose.

  • Review Types: Theoretical background (for Computer Science theses) focusing on foundations or technical background (software development, IT capstone projects). Literature review in a thesis or report, separate assignments exploring a field with specific objectives.

  • Elements of a Literature Review:

  • Overview of the subject, issue, or theory, including review objectives

  • Categorization of works (supporting, opposing, alternative perspectives)

  • Comparison and contrast of different works, highlighting similarities and differences

  • Conclusions on the most important, impactful, and convincing arguments

  • Thorough review is crucial for identifying new areas of research and resolving contradictory information.

  • When to Quote vs Paraphrase:

  • Quote: Use exact words when the source's phrasing is crucial to the argument, or to highlight agreement or disagreement with the author.

  • Paraphrase: This is preferable when no specific wording is essential, when explaining evidence in more detail, or for balancing direct quotes within a paper.

  • Citing Sources: Follow guidelines like APA or Chicago Manual of Style. Parenthetical citations are used, for quotations, paraphrases, summaries, etc.

  • In-text Citations: Page numbers are essential for quotations. Abbreviations (e.g., p. for page, chap. for chapter) should be used.

  • Characteristics of Quality Materials in Literature Reviews:

  • Recency: Prefer the latest research material possible.

  • Objectivity: Source materials should be unbiased and objective.

  • Relevance: Materials must be pertinent to the study.

  • Adequate Material Amount: Consider choosing enough relevant material (not too few, not too many).

Citing Sources

  • In-Text: Use parenthetical citations and include page numbers for quotes.

  • References: Full bibliographic information listed at the end, corresponding to in-text citations. Electronic sources follow similar formats to printed sources.

  • Plagiarism: Taking credit for someone else's work—an ethical issue.

  • Copyright Infringement: Using someone else's work commercially without permission—a legal issue. Distinguish between ethical issues (plagiarism) and legal issues (copyright infringement). In copyright infringement, the culprit doesn't claim the work but benefits commercially; in plagiarism, they claim the work as their own. Copyright infringement is about commercial use/benefit, plagiarism is claiming a work as one's own.

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