Review of Related Literature (RRL) Quiz

Conceptual Framework

• Illustrates the research plan's structure and guides the study's focus.
• Explains the hypothesized relationships among various research variables.

Theoretical Framework vs. Conceptual Framework

• Theoretical Framework: Provides a theory-based foundation, often applied in studies analyzing social phenomena.
  • Example: Utilizing Attachment Theory to explore Parent-child Relationships.
• Conceptual Framework: Offers a flexible structure that may include various theories; often used in exploratory research.
  • Example: Merging theories of Motivation and Learning Styles to study optimal learning strategies.

Common Examples of Conceptual Framework

• Independent Variable - Dependent Variable Model (IV-DV): Depicts the relationship between independent and dependent variables of a study.
• Input - Process - Output Model (IPO): Illustrates the study's approach by categorizing elements as Input (independent variable), Process (tools), and Output (outcome).

Research Hypotheses

• Represent logical assumptions or educated conjectures formed from a comprehensive literature review.

Types of Hypothesis

• Null Hypothesis (H₀): Assumes no relationship or effect exists between variables; accepted until proven otherwise.
• Alternative Hypothesis (H₁/Hₐ): Proposes a relationship or effect between variables, opposing the null hypothesis.

Definition of Terms

• Clear definitions of terms as used in a specific study.
• Types of Definitions:
  • Theoretical: Universal definitions, typically sourced from dictionaries, with a general understanding.
  • Operational: Definitions specific to the study at hand.

Review of Related Literature / Literature Review

• Summarizes published work on a specific topic, ideally focusing on recent articles (last 5 years).

Purposes of Review of Related Literature (RRL)

• Connects research to current global conditions.
• Investigates relationships with prior research.
• Assesses the accuracy and relevance of research questions.

Steps in Writing a Review of Related Literature

• Choose a reference style.
• Establish research priorities.
• Narrow the review's scope.
• Create a visual map of the literature.

Tips in Writing a Review of Related Literature

• Use reliable evidence, prioritizing valid citations.
• Be selective, focusing only on crucial points from sources.
• Limit direct quotes; aim to paraphrase effectively.
• Summarize and synthesize findings while maintaining your own voice.
• Avoid unrelated or secondary sources and ensure comprehensive examination.

Ethical Standards in Writing Related Literature

• Plagiarism: Involves claiming others' ideas without credit; types include:
  • Verbatim, Paraphrasing, Mosaic, Self, and Global Plagiarism.
• Citation: Indicates sources of information to readers.
• Citation Styles:
  • MLA Style: Format varies depending on the number of authors.
  • APA Style: Citation includes author, year, and page references, adapted based on the number of authors.
• In-text Citation: Properly credits sources within the text for accuracy.

This quiz covers the purposes and steps involved in writing a Review of Related Literature (RRL). It will help you understand how to connect your research with existing studies and organize your literature effectively. Test your knowledge on the essential components of crafting a thorough literature review.