Literature Review Process
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In quantitative research, what is the process of gathering relevant information or materials related to your research topic called?

Review of related literature

Which of the following are standard styles for citing related literature?

  • APA
  • MLA
  • Chicago Manual of Style
  • All of the above (correct)

    • A literature review helps you explain how the research problem you are investigating fits into the broader context of related research.

    True

    A literature review should avoid identifying what has already been done in a particular area of research.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following steps are involved in conducting a literature review? (Select all that apply)

    <p>Evaluating and selecting literature critically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three main parts of a typical literature review?

    <p>Introduction, Body, Conclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the introduction of a literature review normally do?

    <p>Sets the stage for the review, provides an overview, defines key terms, and informs readers of the review's limitations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the body of a literature review contain?

    <p>Discussions on similarities and differences of findings from different research articles, emphasizing how these relate to the present study.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the conclusion of a literature review?

    <p>To synthesize the trends and themes observed throughout the review, identifying gaps in existing knowledge and presenting a cohesive understanding of the literature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of documenting the sources of materials and information used in your research called?

    <p>Reference citation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these are the three most common citation styles used in writing a literature review?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main forms of citations used in APA style (7th edition)?

    <p>In-text citations and the references list</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method does APA use for in-text citations?

    <p>Author-date method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basic format for an APA in-text citation?

    <p>(Author's Last Name, Year)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When citing a direct quote in APA, the page number should be included.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the APA format for citing two authors in the text?

    <p>(Author1 &amp; Author2, Year)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the APA format for citing three or more authors in the text?

    <p>(Author1 et al., Year)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should you cite a book or report in APA when the author is not identified?

    <p>Use the title in italics for books and reports.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the format for citing a book in the APA reference list?

    <p>Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the book (Edition if applicable). Publisher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the format for citing a journal article in the APA reference list?

    <p>Author, A. A., &amp; Author, B. B. (Year). Title of the article. Title of the journal, Volume(Issue), page range.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the format for citing a website in the APA reference list?

    <p>Author, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Title of the webpage. Website Name. URL.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these are general APA formatting guidelines?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a conceptual framework in research?

    <p>A visual or written representation of the relationships between key variables or concepts in your study.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the purposes of a conceptual framework?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term "definition of terms" refer to in research?

    <p>The section where key terms and concepts are defined to ensure consistency and clarity throughout the research.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a conceptual definition and an operational definition?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a hypothesis in quantitative research?

    <p>A specific, testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of hypotheses are commonly used in quantitative research?

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a null hypothesis state?

    <p>There is no relationship between the variables being studied.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a null hypothesis in research?

    <p>To be tested and either rejected or accepted in the analysis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an alternative hypothesis state?

    <p>There is a relationship between the variables.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an alternative hypothesis in research?

    <p>To propose the expected relationship or difference between variables, providing a specific prediction to be tested.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the steps involved in formulating a research hypothesis?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Learning Form Others and Reviewing the Literature

    • This involves reviewing existing research related to a topic using a standard style guide (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago Manual of Style)
    • Research projects should illustrate and explain the conceptual framework
    • Defining terms used in the study is key
    • Listing research hypotheses, where applicable, is important

    What is Literature Review?

    • Literature review is the process of gathering relevant information pertaining to a research topic
    • It helps make clear how the research problem fits into a bigger picture
    • It is essential to identify what has already been done in research to avoid unnecessary replication

    Steps in Doing a Literature Review

    • Identify key terms: Use relevant terms for searching literature
    • Locate literature: Consult different materials and databases related to your research's topic
    • Evaluate literature critically: Assess the relevance, accuracy, and quality of the information
    • Organize literature: Compile the gathered literature in an organized format
    • Write the literature review: Document the findings of the review to present and summarize previous research

    Literature Review Structure

    • Introduction: Sets the stage for the review, defines important keywords and provides an overview
    • Body: Discusses the similarities and differences in findings from various research articles, showing how they relate to the study
    • Conclusion: Summarizes trends and themes, presents the gaps in the existing literature that inform the research

    Citing References

    • Reference citation is the process of documenting all relevant sources
    • Common citation styles include APA (American Psychological Association), MLA (Modern Language Association), and Chicago Manual of Style

    APA Style (7th edition)

    • In-text citations: Use author-date method within the body of the text (e.g., (Smith, 2020))
    • In-text citations for direct quotes: Include the page number (e.g., (Smith, 2020, p. 15))
    • Multiple authors: Include all authors or use et al. (e.g., Smith et al., 2020)
    • No author: Use title of the work in italics (e.g., A Guide to Research, 2020) or enclose it in quotations ("Global Warming," 2020).

    APA Style - Reference List

    • Books: Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the book (Edition). Publisher
    • Journal articles: Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of the article. Title of the journal, Volume(Issue), page range.
    • Websites: Author, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Title of the webpage. Website Name. URL
    • Format: Double-spaced, hanging indent for all entries, alphabetical order by the first author's last name

    Conceptual Framework

    • A visual or written representation of relationships between variables or concepts in a study
    • It connects research objectives, hypotheses, and methodology, clarifying interrelationships
    • Used to define concepts, structure research, show variable relationships, and guide data collection and analysis

    Example of a Conceptual Framework - Social Media, Self-Esteem and Academic Performance

    • Social media usage is expected to directly influence academic performance
    • Self-esteem acts as a moderating variable, impacting the strength or direction of the social media usage-academic performance relationship
    • The impact of social media on academic performance may vary depending on a student's self-esteem levels

    Definition of Terms

    • Conceptual definition: Explains meaning of a term based on existing theories or literature
    • Operational definition: Describes how a term or concept will be measured in a study (e.g., using a questionnaire or scale)

    Research Hypotheses

    • Null Hypothesis (H0): Assumes no relationship between variables being studied
    • Alternative Hypothesis (H1): States a relationship exists between variables
    • Formulating Hypotheses: Identify variables, review existing literature, state the expected relationship, and ensure the hypothesis is testable with quantitative methods.

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    Explore the essential steps in conducting a literature review and understand its importance in research. This quiz covers key concepts, steps for identifying and evaluating literature, and how to integrate existing research into your own work. Perfect for students and researchers looking to enhance their literature review skills.

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