CHAPTER 6
Review of
Related
Literature
and Studies
Definition of Definition: Written works presenting
facts, theories, concepts, and variables
Related related to the study
Literature Purpose:
and Studies Identify what is already known
Highlight research gaps (unexplored
or conflicting areas)
Organizing the Review of
Related Literature and Studies
Major Steps in Conducting a
Literature Review (Gale, Gale, & Borg)
Why Organize?
1. Search Preliminary Sources – Books, articles,
✓Helps readers understand theses
known and conflicting information 2. Use Secondary Sources – Summaries written
by others
✓Provides background on the
3. Read Primary Sources – Original studies
problem closely related to the topic
Sources: 4. Synthesize the Literature – Identify patterns,
Books, journals, theses, gaps, and key themes
dissertations, internet sources 5. Identify Recommendations for Further
Research
6. Seek Support for Grounded Theory –
Develop a theory based on collected data
Related Literature
(Conceptual Literature)
Definition:
The gathering of literature related to the research
clarifies the different variables being studied.
Sources:
Reference books
Textbooks
Manuals
Research articles
Purpose:
Eliminates vagueness in concepts
Helps define study limitations
Ensures research relevance
Related Studies
(Research Literature)
Definition: Research-based materials (theses,
dissertations, journal articles)
Purpose:
Establishes the study's empirical basis
Allows comparison of findings
Identifies similarities and differences in research
focus
Includes:
1. Author, date, and setting
2. Title
3. Salient findings
Documentation
Style
Why Cite Sources?
Avoids plagiarism
Gives credit to original authors
Strengthens credibility of research
APA Citation Style:
In-text citation: (Author, Year)
Reference list format:
Author. (Year). Title. Publisher.
Institutions may have different preferred styles
Paraphrasing
Definition:
Rewriting an author's ideas in your own
words while giving credit
Purpose:
Simplifies understanding
Breaks down complex information
Maintains original meaning while changing
wording
Techniques:
Replace words with synonyms
Change sentence structure
Focus on meaning, not exact words
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