HLTB15H3 Lecture 6: Lecture 6 - Part I
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synthesize the results and conclusions of 2 or more publications on a given topic". comprehensively identify and track down all the literature on a given topic". technique that combines pooled datasets from different studies and analyzes them in order to reach a single observation for the aggregated data. Literature reviews: major publications, basis of theoretical framework, proposed methodology. Includes: a conceptual framework and theoretical and empirical information, major research findings, research questions, and gaps. Objectives of literature review: to broaden the knowledge base, gives information on methods and procedures. Scientific tool which can be used to summarize, appraise, and communicate the results and implications of otherwise unmanageable quantities of research" (crd. Systematic approach in identification and evaluation of materials. Group of subject and methodology specialists who identify and synthesise the results of controlled t rials and maintain their reviews.
