Writing Literature Reviews-6th Ed: A Guide for Students of the Social and Behavioral Sciences

This useful guide educates students in the preparation of literature reviews for term projects, theses, and dissertations. The authors provide numerous examples from published reviews that illustrate the guidelines discussed throughout the book.;Part I: Managing the Literature Search -- chapter 1 Writing Reviews of Academic Literature: An Overview -- chapter 2 Learn to Navigate the Electronic Resources in Your University's Library -- chapter 3 Selecting a Topic for Your Review -- chapter 4 Organizing Yourself to Begin the Selection of Relevant Titles -- part Part II: Analyzing the Relevant Literature -- chapter 5 Conduct a Deep Analysis of the Articles -- chapter 6 Analyzing Quantitative Research Literature -- chapter 7 Analyzing Qualitative Research Literature -- chapter 8 Organizing Your Notes by Grouping the Results of Your Analysis -- part Part III: Writing the First Draft of Your Literature Review -- chapter 9 Synthesizing Trends and Patterns: Preparing to Write -- chapter 10 Guidelines for Writing a First Draft -- chapter 11 Guidelines for Developing a Coherent Essay -- part Part IV: Editing and Preparing the Final Draft of Your Review -- chapter 12 Guidelines for Editing Your Essay and Incorporating Feedback -- chapter 13 Preparing a Reference List. Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication -- Table of Contents -- Preface -- Audiences -- Unique Features -- New to This Edition -- Ancillaries -- Notes to the Instructor -- Special Acknowledgment -- Acknowledgments -- Notes -- Part I: Managing the Literature Search -- 1 Writing Reviews of Academic Literature: An Overview -- An Introduction to Reviewing Primary Sources -- Empirical Research Reports -- Theoretical Articles -- Literature Review Articles -- Anecdotal Reports -- Reports on Professional Practices and Standards -- The Writing Process -- Finding Your 'Writer's Voice': Writing for a Specific Purpose -- Writing a Literature Review as a Term Paper for a Class -- Writing a Literature Review Chapter for a Thesis or Dissertation -- Writing a Literature Review for a Research Article -- The Parts of this Text -- Managing the Literature Search-Part I -- Analyzing the Relevant Literature-Part II -- Writing the First Draft of Your Literature Review-Part III -- Editing and Preparing the Final Draft of Your Review-Part IV -- Activities for Chapter 1 -- Notes -- 2 Learn to Navigate the Electronic Resources in Your University's Library -- Step 1: Formalize Your Institutional Affiliation with Your University Library -- Step 2: Set Up Your Online Access Credentials and/or Proxy Server -- Step 3: Inquire about University Library Research Workshops -- Step 4: Select a Search Engine that Best Suits Your Needs -- Step 5: Familiarize Yourself with How Online Databases Function -- Step 6: Experiment with the "Advanced Search" Feature -- Step 7: Identify an Array of Subject Keywords to Locate Your Sources -- Step 8: Learn How You Can Access the Articles You Choose -- Step 9: Identify Additional Databases that May Be Useful for Your Field of Study -- Step 10: Repeat the Search Procedures with Other Databases -- Activities for Chapter 2 -- Note • Guides students in the preparation of literature reviews for term projects, theses, and dissertations. • Most chapters are conveniently divided into easy-to-follow guidelines, sequential steps, or checklists. Numerous examples throughout the book show students what should and should not be done when writing reviews. • Emphasizes critical analysis of reports of empirical research in academic journals—making it ideal as a supplement for research methods courses. This book makes it possible for students to work independently on a critical literature review as a term project. • Nine model literature reviews at the end of the book provide the stimulus for homework assignments and classroom discussions. • The activities at the end of each chapter keep students moving toward their goal of writing a polished, professional review of academic literature. • Most examples include material from recently published research. Includes nine model literature reviews for discussion and evaluation. This Useful Guide Educates Students In The Preparation Of Literature Reviews For Term Projects, Theses, And Dissertations. The Authors Provide Numerous Examples From Published Reviews That Illustrate The Guidelines Discussed Throughout The Book. ? New To The Seventh Edition: ? Each Chapter Breaks Down The Larger Holistic Review Of Literature Exercise Into A Series Of Smaller, Manageable Steps Practical Instructions For Navigating Today’s Digital Libraries Comprehensive Discussions About Digital Tools, Including Bibliographic And Plagiarism Detection Software Chapter Activities That Reflect The Book’s Updated Content New Model Literature Reviews Online Resources Designed To Help Instructors Plan And Teach Their Courses (www.routledge.com/9780415315746). "Provides students with practical guidelines for the complex process of writing literature reviews in the social and behavioral sciences." -- page xi