Mastering the Literature Review: A Step-by-Step Guide for Researchers
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Mastering the Literature Review: A Step-by-Step Guide for Researchers
A research review is a summary and evaluation of the existing literature on a particular research topic or question. It is an important step in the research process, as it helps to identify gaps in the current knowledge, to synthesize and organize the existing evidence, and to inform the direction and focus of the research. In this guide, we will explore the process of writing a research review, drawing on the insights of Walliman, Nicholas in Your Research Project and Chawla and Sondhi in Research Methodology: An Introduction. Step 1: Identify the research question or topic The first step in writing a research review is to identify the research question or topic that you will be addressing. This will help to focus and narrow the scope of your review, and to guide your search for relevant literature. It is important to choose a research question or topic that is clear, specific, and relevant to your field of study or area of interest. It should also be grounded in the existing literatur…
