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Which of the following is a criterion for selecting materials for related literature?
Which of the following is a criterion for selecting materials for related literature?
The material must be published within the last ten years to be considered current.
The material must be published within the last ten years to be considered current.
False
What is an example of a primary source?
What is an example of a primary source?
What are secondary sources?
What are secondary sources?
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Which of these is NOT a type of literature review source?
Which of these is NOT a type of literature review source?
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The material must be __________ and accurate and morally appropriate.
The material must be __________ and accurate and morally appropriate.
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What must researchers ensure about the credibility of materials they select?
What must researchers ensure about the credibility of materials they select?
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Study Notes
Importance of Relevant Literature
- A comprehensive understanding of related literature is crucial for effective research.
- Reading various materials helps researchers identify existing knowledge and gaps in their field.
Criteria for Selecting Related Literature
- Relevance: Chosen materials must directly relate to the research topic for them to be useful.
- Recency: Preferred sources should be published within the last five years, especially in natural sciences. Historical fields can reference older sources.
- Reliability: Credible sources typically authored by recognized experts enhance the reliability of research. Caution is needed when citing lesser-known authors.
- Rightness: Accuracy and moral soundness are essential. Materials should be truthful and ethically acceptable.
Types of Literature Review Sources
- General References: Initial resources guiding researchers to additional materials, like articles and books, related to their study questions.
- Indexes: Lists containing details about authors, titles, and publications, assisting in identifying pertinent literature.
- Abstracts: Summaries of publications, providing key information about content and source.
Primary Sources
- Present original research findings directly to readers.
- Common formats include academic journals, theses, dissertations, and various forms of media (photographs, recordings).
- Primary sources are crucial for bringing firsthand evidence and insights to research.
Examples of Primary Sources
- Archives and original manuscripts
- Audio and video recordings
- Scholarly journal articles
- Speeches, theses, and dissertations
- Personal narratives, interviews, and correspondence
Secondary Sources
- Analyze and interpret existing works rather than presenting original research.
- Textbooks serve as the most common secondary sources, offering summaries and analyses of primary research.
Examples of Secondary Sources
- Educational encyclopedias and research reviews
- Textbooks and edited works
- Biographies and literary critiques
- Articles that interpret or summarize other research
Differentiating Source Types
- Assess if a source conveys original research (primary) or analyzes previously conducted research (secondary) to determine its classification.
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This quiz explores the importance of relevant literature in research. Understand the processes of locating, selecting, citing, reviewing, and summarizing literary sources to enhance your research skills. Gain insights into how to build on existing knowledge and justify your proposed study.
