literature review

2. LITERATURE REVIEW

3. THE LITERATURE
• The body of knowledge is constantly expanding.
• There is no dearth of literature; there may be
dearth of will-power.
• In view of these previous studies, what
contributions can you make.
Review of literature is a stock-taking of the
existing knowledge in your proposed field of
study.

4. What is Literature Review?
Definitions
• A literature review is an account of what has been published on a topic
by accredited scholars and researchers.
• A literature review is a summary and analysis of current knowledge
about a particular topic or area of enquiry.
• A literature review is the process of locating, obtaining, reading and
evaluating the research literature of interest.
Literature Review
• Literature -The research work available in your subject area.
• Review – A process of systematic, meticulous, and critical summary of
the related literature.