This paper is designed for academic researchers to understand the concept of a literature review, types of literature review and basic elements of literature review. Hope those piece of work would highly assist who indeed of research. All research starts with sound literature review. The purpose of a literature review is to provide a foundation of knowledge on the topic. Identify areas of prior scholarship to prevent duplication and give credit to other researchers. Identify inconstancies: gaps in research, conflicts in previous studies, open questions left from other research. Most of the researchers face difficulty in a review of past studies.
Table of Contents
- What is Literature review?
- Purpose of literature review
- Types of literature review
- Structure of sound literature review
- Function of Literature Review
- Empirical and Theoretical Review
- Theoretical Review
- Empirical Review
- Summary
Objectives and Key Themes
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of literature review, a crucial component of any research endeavor. It explores the definition, purpose, types, and structure of literature reviews, emphasizing their role in identifying knowledge gaps, ensuring original contributions, and establishing a strong foundation for research.
- Definition and understanding of literature review
- Purpose of literature review in research
- Types of literature review: systematic, meta-analysis, and integrative
- Structure of a sound literature review
- The importance of literature review in identifying research gaps and ensuring originality
Chapter Summaries
- What is Literature review? This chapter defines literature review, explaining its components and importance in research. It highlights the critical assessment of existing knowledge and the role of literature review in identifying knowledge gaps.
- Purpose of literature review This chapter delves into the key purposes of literature review in research. It emphasizes its role in establishing a background, defining research boundaries, and positioning current research within a broader context.
- Types of literature review This chapter outlines the various types of literature review, including systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and integrative reviews. It describes the specific methodologies and approaches used in each type.
- Function of Literature Review This chapter examines the broader functions of literature review, highlighting its importance in justifying the research, establishing a research gap, and providing a foundation for the study. It also discusses the role of literature review in formulating the research problem, question, and methodology.
- Empirical and Theoretical Review This chapter explores the distinction between empirical and theoretical reviews, providing insights into their unique characteristics and applications in research. It highlights the significance of both types in understanding the broader research landscape.
Keywords
The guide focuses on the essential concepts of literature review, encompassing key terms such as critical assessment, knowledge gap, research justification, original contribution, theoretical framework, systematic review, meta-analysis, and integrative review.
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- Farwis Mahrool (Author), 2020, Research Methodology. A Guide for a Literature Review, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/947576
