SSRM.SS.1.C
Develop a literature review.
Social Studies Research Methods · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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literature reviewresearchinformationsourcesissuetopicarea of interest
Skills
- develop (a literature review) #dok3
- identify (relevant sources and information) #dok2
- organize (information by theme or topic) #dok2
- summarize (main ideas from existing research) #dok2
- synthesize (information from multiple sources) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can define what a literature review is and why it is important to research. #dok1
- I can identify and list sources relevant to my research topic. #dok2
- I can summarize main findings from multiple sources. #dok2
- I can organize research information by common themes or topics. #dok2
- I can synthesize existing research to develop a comprehensive literature review. #dok3
- I can develop a literature review that connects information from multiple sources to my research question. #dok3
Big Ideas
- A literature review allows researchers to understand what is already known about their topic and where knowledge gaps exist.
- Developing a literature review strengthens research by summarizing, organizing, and connecting existing information to a new area of inquiry.
Essential Questions
- What is the purpose of a literature review in the research process?
- How do researchers identify which sources are relevant and credible for their literature review?
- What steps are involved in developing a literature review?
- How can information from different sources be organized and synthesized in a literature review?
- Why is it important to connect the literature review to the research issue, topic, or area of interest?