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What is one of the primary purposes of conducting a literature review in research?
What is one of the primary purposes of conducting a literature review in research?
Which type of source is considered most suitable for obtaining the most current information in a literature review?
Which type of source is considered most suitable for obtaining the most current information in a literature review?
What is a potential drawback of using theses and dissertations as sources for literature reviews?
What is a potential drawback of using theses and dissertations as sources for literature reviews?
How do textbooks function as sources in literature reviews?
How do textbooks function as sources in literature reviews?
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What is a common characteristic of government circulars used in literature reviews?
What is a common characteristic of government circulars used in literature reviews?
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Study Notes
Purposes of Literature Review
- Broaden the researcher's knowledge base in the research area
- Ensure the research is original
- Provide insights on the weaknesses and strengths of previous studies
- Help interpret study findings and develop implications
- Help formulate a theoretical/conceptual framework for the research problem
Sources of Literature Review
Books
- Major source of information for researchers
- May take longer to publish than journal articles
- Textbooks provide a good point for finding detailed resources
Journals
- Useful for up-to-date information
- Articles may take up to two years to be published
- Frequently used in literature review
Theses & Dissertations
- Potentially useful sources
- May be difficult to obtain as they are not published
- Findings/research of student researchers may need more careful consideration than published research
Government Circulars
- Varying documents are issued annually by the department of health
- Many are relevant for nursing research
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Description
This quiz covers the key purposes and sources of literature reviews in research. Learn about the importance of original research, insights from previous studies, and the types of sources that can be utilized. Test your understanding of books, journals, theses, and government documents in the context of literature reviews.