How to undertake a Literature Search for a Dissertation

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How to Undertake a Literature Search for a
Dissertation
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• LITERATURE REVIEW IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF ANY
  DISSERTATION PROJECT
• The student is intended to design his or her
  research based on information resources which
  help to shape other elements of dissertation.
• The materials that you have found for your
  dissertation will produce a literature review.
• This review will provide conclusions and analysis
  regarding the literature you have found.

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Why Is The Literature Search And Review Important?

• Without academic literature any communication
  process in academic world would be impossible.
• It is supposed to connect your work with others
  in the field, demonstrate that you have fully
  understood the essence of your dissertation topic
  and that you are able to propose new ways of
  dealing with the problem.

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Dissertation Requires Literature Review Because
It

• Provides academic foundation to the research by
  students
• Makes ideas and outcomes of research clear
• Identifies research methodology
• Describes possible problems with dissertation and
  your plans to solve them

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How Long Does A Literature Search Take?
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Planning Your Literature Search
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However, There Are Some Recommendations To Follow

• Use systematic approach in your search for
  literature in libraries
• Research of journal publications may adopt
  retrospective techniques
• Use citation approach when you need useful
  options or the topic is too broad
• Use targeted approach when you know exactly what
  you are looking for

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Choosing Your Sources
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