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Definition of SRL _ Systematic Literature Review
A methodical review of existing research on a specific topic.
SRL Purpose
To identify, evaluate, and synthesize the available research.
Helps understand best practices, trends, and research gaps.
Outcome
Provides evidence-based conclusions and recommendations.
Steps to Conduct an SLR
Define Research Questions and Objectives: Formulate clear, focused research questions and objectives that address a specific subtopic within Information Systems, guiding the scope of the systematic literature review.
Conduct Comprehensive Literature Search: Perform an exhaustive search of relevant literature using databases such as IEEE Xplore, Scopus, and others to identify studies pertinent to the research questions.
Screen and Select Studies: Apply predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria to filter the identified studies, ensuring that only those that are relevant, credible, and meet the review’s objectives are selected for further analysis
Design Data Extraction Form
Collect key data from selected studies
Extract Data Consistently
Ensure uniformity in data collection.
Assess Quality
Use quality assessment tools (e.g., checklists, PRISMA). The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA)
Document Findings
Keep accurate records of extracted data.
Qualitative Synthesis
Identify themes and patterns in the data.
Quantitative Synthesis (Meta-Analysis):
Combine results statistically, if applicable.
Identify Trends:
Highlight common findings and gaps
Use Tables and Figures
Summarize data effectively.
Writing and Formatting the SLR Article
Title and Abstract: Concisely summarize the topic and findings.
Introduction: Provide background, research gap, and objectives.
Methodology: Detail search strategy, criteria, and screening process.
Results and Discussion: Present findings, compare with existing research, and discuss implications.
Conclusion and Recommendations
Summarize Key Findings: Highlight the main insights from the review.
Practical Recommendations: Offer actionable advice
Limitations: Acknowledge constraints and potential biases.
Future Research Directions: Suggest areas needing further investigation.