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Literature Review Essentials

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What is one of the primary purposes of conducting a literature review in research?

To eliminate the need for original research
To copy findings from previously published studies
To assist in interpreting study findings and developing implications (correct)
To ensure the research is presented in a book format

Which type of source is considered most suitable for obtaining the most current information in a literature review?

Books, because they provide comprehensive coverage
Theses and dissertations, for in-depth analysis
Government circulars, as they cover a wide range of topics
Journals, due to their focus on up-to-date research (correct)

What is a potential drawback of using theses and dissertations as sources for literature reviews?

They may not be readily accessible to researchers (correct)
They are extremely comprehensive
They are usually published and widely available
They are authored by highly experienced researchers

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?

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Ensure originality in research

To check if a research question or idea is new and hasn't been explored before.

Broadening knowledge base

To find out what other researchers have already discovered in a field and what gaps still exist.

Analyze previous studies

To learn about the strengths and weaknesses of previous studies related to your research topic.

Interpreting findings

To use insights from previous studies to interpret your own findings and make recommendations.

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Formulating a framework

To create a strong foundation for your research by building upon existing theories and ideas.

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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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