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Understanding Literature Reviews

Chapter Two discusses the objectives and purposes of conducting a literature review, emphasizing the importance of summarizing existing research rather than presenting new arguments. It highlights key differences between literature reviews and academic research papers, as well as the necessity of literature reviews in providing a theoretical background for research. Additionally, it mentions the importance of adhering to specific referencing styles as required by ASTU.

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Understanding Literature Reviews

Chapter Two discusses the objectives and purposes of conducting a literature review, emphasizing the importance of summarizing existing research rather than presenting new arguments. It highlights key differences between literature reviews and academic research papers, as well as the necessity of literature reviews in providing a theoretical background for research. Additionally, it mentions the importance of adhering to specific referencing styles as required by ASTU.

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Chapter Two

Literature Review and Library


Catalog

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Which of the following is NOT a primary objective of conducting a
literature review?
A. Understand what a literature review is.
B. Identify key researchers in the field.
C. Recognize what makes a good literature review.
D. Adopt a critical approach when writing a review.

What does the term "literature" What is the primary purpose of a


refer to in the context of a literature review, according to the
definition provided?
literature review?
A. To summarize personal
A. Personal opinions and anecdotes opinions on a topic.
B. Major scholarly writings on a B. To demonstrate insightful and
specific topic critical survey of relevant
C. Informal discussions about a topic literature.
D. Random articles published in C. To collect data from primary
sources.
newspapers D. To evaluate the effectiveness
of various research methods.

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How does a literature review differ from an academic research
paper, based on the provided information?
A. A literature review presents a new argument, while an academic research
paper does not.
B. An academic research paper includes original research, whereas a
literature review summarizes existing arguments.
C. A literature review adds new contributions, while an academic research
paper summarizes existing literature.
D. Both documents serve the same purpose without any differences.

What is the primary focus of a literature review, according


to the definition given?
A. Developing a new argument
B. Summarizing and synthesizing the arguments of others
C. Presenting personal viewpoints
D. Evaluating new research methodologies

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What is one of the primary aims of a literature review as mentioned in the
text?
A) To provide a personal opinion on a specific topic.
B) To show the reader the main published work concerning a particular topic
and provide a framework for further work.
C) To summarize all published works without analysis.
D) To avoid discussing differing arguments and theories.
What is one reason for writing a What is one reason why literature
literature review as mentioned in the reviews are considered necessary
text? in research?
A) To list every article ever published on
a topic. A) They are primarily used for
B) To provide a solid background for the creative writing purposes.
research investigation. B) They give an overview of a
C) To solely emphasize the writer's topic’s theoretical background.
personal views. C) They focus only on case studies
D) To avoid discussing current trends in without broader implications.
the field.
D) They discourage critical
thinking about existing
knowledge.

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2. Review ASTU Guideline

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Many journals have different style to write the
reference. Check the style required by ASTU

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Thank You

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