Module 8 Literature Reviews

Question 1

Literature review

Answer 1

Comprehensive evaluation and summarization of scholarly research that addresses a particular topic

Question 2

Quan research

Answer 2

Lit review before you conduct study

Gain an understanding of the current state of knowledge on the topic

Question 3

Qual research

Answer 3

Throughout the study
Used to explain the theoretical foundations of the study
Assist in formulation of the research question
Assist the selection of the study population
Stimulate new insights and concepts

Question 4

Mixed methods

Answer 4

Supports methodological decision making

Advantages and disadvantages

Question 5

Action research

Answer 5

What worked in other action research/

Apply previously utilized methods in new/different contexts

Question 6

Annotated bibliography

Answer 6

Reference list with summaries and annotations
Highlights weak and strong sources
Find patterns

Question 7

APA Research Literature Review

Answer 7

Focused on a specific research question