Writing Literature Reviews: A Guide for Students of the Social and Behavioral Sciences - Softcover

Galvan, Jose L.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1936523035 ISBN 13: 9781936523030

Publisher: Routledge, 2013

Synopsis

· 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.

About this edition

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1936523035
• ISBN 13: 9781936523030
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 186