Review of Related Literature (RRL)
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A literature review primarily focuses on providing a detailed critique of individual research papers rather than summarizing the overall state of knowledge.

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The primary goal of a literature review is to present only supporting evidence for the researcher's hypothesis, while ignoring conflicting findings.

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A literature review should only include studies that directly confirm the researcher's initial assumptions.

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A comprehensive literature review only summarizes existing research without identifying gaps or suggesting areas for future research.

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A well-constructed literature review exclusively focuses on studies with statistically significant findings, disregarding those with non-significant results.

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The theoretical framework of a research study should be entirely independent of the literature review.

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A literature review is simply a list of summarized articles and books, and does not require organization or synthesis of information.

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A good literature review should provide a historical background of the research topic.

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A literature review should primarily rely on interpretations of previous studies rather than engaging with the original research reports.

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When conducting a literature review, it is acceptable to exclusively focus on research originating from developed countries, as these studies often represent the most rigorous and applicable findings.

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The literature review section should exclude any discussion of the model or framework used in the study.

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The initial step in conducting a literature review involves refining your research question rather than identifying keywords.

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The main body of a literature review should consist of a mere listing of research papers, devoid of any analysis or synthesis of findings.

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In literature reviews, objectivity is achieved by presenting a synthesis of different viewpoints without taking a stance.

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The conclusion of a literature review should introduce new arguments and evidence to further expand the research topic.

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A good literature review primarily aims to summarize individual studies in isolation, rather than synthesizing them to identify overarching themes and gaps in the research.

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Goldberg and Gorn's 1974 study aimed to assess if targeted television segments embedded within 'Sesame Street' could cultivate more positive sentiments among children toward diverse races in Canada, with a specific emphasis on influencing behaviors.

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The inserts designed by Goldberg and Gorn intentionally showcased integrated settings featuring children from diverse racial backgrounds interacting to promote inclusivity.

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Goldberg and Gorn assumed that the key factor influencing attitudes was the integrated nature of the inserts, highlighting interactions between racial groups.

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In the French Canadian insert, the researchers discovered the children's liking for the French Canadian child decreased significantly when he spoke French, indicating a language-based bias.

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The 1974 Goldberg and Gorn study was executed in Europe.

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The researchers in the Goldberg and Gorn study found that children paid more attention to the auditory elements of the program than the visual elements when viewing the inserts.

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The primary goal of the 'Sesame Street' inserts was to foster a deeper appreciation for mathematical literacy among young viewers, with a secondary focus on cultural sensitivity.

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The researchers in the mentioned study primarily utilized subjective observations and anecdotal evidence, rather than employing rigorous statistical analyses, to draw conclusions regarding the impact of the inserts.

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In the experiment described, a classroom with a harsh disciplinary approach represents low classroom structure.

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The research utilized 'Mister Rogers' Neighborhood' episodes and neutral films to measure the effects of certain classroom conditions.

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One experimental group watched pro-social television without any additional support such as play materials or teacher involvement.

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The study exclusively examined the impact of pro-social television on children's academic performance.

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The study involved manipulating classroom structure and media exposure to assess children's social interactions.

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The classroom condition of low structure was defined by teachers showing more warmth and a punitive atmosphere.

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According to the study, pro-social television combined with play materials and teacher involvement was particularly effective under a low classroom structure.

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The experiment involved only two groups of children, differing only in the type of program viewed.

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Flashcards

Literature Review

An account of published works by scholars and researchers on a specific topic.

Purpose of Literature Review

A summary of books, articles, and documents about the current and past information of a research topic.

Organizing Literature

A presentation and organization of existing published research, categorized into subtopics to highlight the necessity for a proposed study.

Theoretical Framework

It provides the backbone for understanding and interpreting research findings.

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Historical Background

Gives context to the research by outlining its background.

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Present Relevant Materials

Present all available materials relevant to the subject.

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Research Instruments

It is an instrument of research, design procedures, and analysis employed during the study.

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Theoretical Framework Development

A theoretical framework should be helped by the literature review.

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Goldberg and Gorn Study

A study showing minimal TV exposure can change short-term attitudes toward racial/ethnic groups.

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Goldberg and Gorn Conclusion

Concluded that even minimal television exposure can produce short-term attitude changes towards children of different races and ethnicities.

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Stein and Susman Study (1975)

A study that examined the effects of pro-social TV and environmental factors on preschool children's development.

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Stein and Susman's Aim

To determine if a TV program designed to enhance personal, social, and emotional development had a positive effect on children’s behavior.

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Environmental Impact on TV Effects

Sought to determine which environmental elements, combined with TV exposure produce the greatest positive effects.

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Respondents in Stein and Susman

Children aged three to five years old, enrolled in Head Start Programs for Inner City Children.

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Experimental Treatments

Classrooms were assigned to different experimental treatments, included neutral film and pro-social television with play materials.

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First Treatment Condition

Children watched a neutral film with irrelevant play materials.

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Goldberg & Gorn (1974) Aim

To see if TV could positively change children's attitudes towards other races/cultures.

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Goldberg & Gorn (1974) Inserts

Inserts depicted other racial groups in a purely ethnic, non-integrated setting

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Reasons for Expected Response

Attractive production & increased exposure to other racial groups.

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Observation About Attention

The children paid more attention to visual than auditory elements of the insert.

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Reaction to French Canadian Child

Children liked him regardless of whether he spoke English or French.

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Racial attitude changes

Increase exposure and generate positive affect.

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Research problem

How a study introduces its topic and the issue it aims to address

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Describing the procedures

The variables being measured and manipulated in the study.

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Literature Review Summary

Summarizes related research in relation to the study's model or framework.

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Error: Secondary Sources Only

Using only secondary sources in a literature review.

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Error: Findings Focus Only

Focusing only on conclusions and not the full research report.

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Error: Overlooking Diverse Sources

Overlooking research from diverse global perspectives.

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5 Steps of Literature Review

  1. Identify Key Terms, 2. Locate Literature, 3. Critically Evaluate & Select, 4. Organize, 5. Write a Review.
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Literature Review: Introduction

Explains the research topic and sources used.

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Literature Review: Main Body

Analyze and synthesize existing research related to the topic.

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Literature Review: Conclusion

Presents consensus or gaps in existing research on the topic.

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Literature Review (RRL)

A review that summarizes, evaluates, and clarifies previous research on a specific topic.

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Materials & Procedures

Specific methods and items used in a study.

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Experimental Conditions

The conditions or groups participants are assigned to in an experiment.

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Variables Measured

What the researchers measured in the experiment.

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Operationalized Definition

How a concept is defined in a specific, measurable way for a study.

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Classroom Structure

The level of strictness and warmth in a classroom environment.

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Positive Social Interaction

Interactions among students that are positive and supportive.

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Pro-social Television

Television content that promotes kindness, sharing, and empathy.

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Study Notes

  • A review of related literature (RRL) is an account of what has been published on a topic by accredited scholars and researchers.
  • RRL is a written summary of journal articles, books, and other documents.
  • It describes the past and current state of information on a research study's topic.
  • RRL organizes literature into subtopics.
  • It documents the need for a proposed study.
  • RRL provides an explanation of the theoretical frameworks underpinning the research.

Purpose of a Literature Review

  • Find out what information already exists on the topic.
  • Show relationships between previous studies or theories.
  • Provide context for the given research.
  • Identify main ideas, conclusions, and theories, and establish similarities and differences.
  • Identify gaps in the existing research.
  • Identify other people working in the field.
  • Identify main methodologies and research techniques.
  • Identify major seminal works.

Important Points for an RRL

  • Must provide, even briefly, a historical background of the subject.
  • Must adequately present any and all available relevant materials.
  • Should help develop the theoretical framework.
  • Must present a summary in relation to the model or framework being considered for the study.

Common Errors to Avoid

  • Relying solely on secondary materials or sources.
  • Researchers concentrate on the findings in research reports.
  • Overlooking sources, especially from countries other than developed countries.

Five Steps in Conducting a Literature Review

  • Identify Key Terms
  • Locate Literature
  • Critically Evaluate and Select
  • Organize the Literature
  • Write a Literature Review

Literature Review Structure

  • Part 1: Introduction
    • The introduction explains the topic and types of sources used.
  • Part 2: Main Body
    • The main body analyzes and synthesizes the existing research.
  • Part 3: Conclusion
    • The conclusion presents a general consensus on the topic or any gaps.

Sample Reviews

  • Social scientists have conducted multiple studies to determine the effects of behavior on both children and adults and these studies often dealt with positive and negative attitudes and behavior as a result of television viewing.
  • Researchers in North America found television programs that emphasize positive attitudes and behavior.
  • Goldberg and Gorn (1974) attempted to determine if television could change children's attitudes in a pro-social direction with inserts into "Sesame Street" to see desired effects.
  • The inserts depicted other racial groups in a purely ethnic, non-integrated setting and it was predicted the inserts would be effective in producing a more favorable response to non-white children for two reasons, these being the attractive manner of the inserts and their increase the children's exposure.
  • The children preferred to play with non-whites rather than whites after exposure to the program.
  • Goldberg and Gorn concluded that minimal television exposure can produce a very clear cut short-term attitude change towards televised children of racial and ethnic groups.
  • Frederick Stein and Susman (1975) then used these results and conducted a laboratory experiment to determine the effects of pro-social television and environmental conditions on pre school children.
  • These studies measured the respondents (children), who were 3-5 years old and were enrolled in Head Start programs for inner city children.
  • Twenty episodes of the program "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" of a neutral film were used under two classroom conditions, a high and low classroom structure, and researchers determined relationships amongst the respondents' peers.
  • Pro-social television with relevant play materials had the highest effect upon the children under a high classroom structure.

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A review of related literature (RRL) summarizes existing research on a topic. It identifies main ideas, conclusions, and theories, establishing similarities and differences. The RRL also identifies gaps in the existing research and provides context for the study.

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