Role of review of literature in research processKrishnanchalil
Review of literature is the edifice of any level of research. So, a clear idea about how to review literature, its importance, major pitfalls in reviewing and other related issues are the subject of this slide
A literature review is a search and evaluation of the available literature in your given subject or chosen topic area. It documents the state of the art with respect to the subject or topic you are writing about. It surveys the literature in your chosen area of study.
Role of review of literature in research processKrishnanchalil
Review of literature is the edifice of any level of research. So, a clear idea about how to review literature, its importance, major pitfalls in reviewing and other related issues are the subject of this slide
A literature review is a search and evaluation of the available literature in your given subject or chosen topic area. It documents the state of the art with respect to the subject or topic you are writing about. It surveys the literature in your chosen area of study.
Literature Review (Review of Related Literature - Research Methodology)Dilip Barad
Literature Review or Review of Related Literature is one of the most vital stages in any research. This presentation attempts to throw some light on the process and important aspects of literature review.
Research proposal
704 _Quantitative Research Methods in LIS
Presentation by Sadaf Batool
M.Phil. (scholar)
Roll no 14
Contents
What is research
What is proposal
Definition of research proposal
Types of research proposal
Importance of research proposal
Advantages of research proposal
Relationship of research proposal with research
Component of research proposal
1-title
2-introduction
3-statement of the problem
4-review of related literature
5-Hypothesis
6-purpose /objective of study
7- work plane
8-Method, research design, sample.
9-Refrences
common error in research proposal
Evaluation of research proposal
What is research?
The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.
What is proposal?
A plan or suggestion, especially a formal or written one, put forward for consideration by others.
A research proposal “is a document that outlines how you propose to undertake your research studies” (Mouton 2001:p.44).
Definition of research proposal
A research proposal is a document written by a researcher that provides a detailed description of the proposed program,
It is like an outline of the entire research process that gives a reader a summary of the information discussed in a project.
Importance of research proposal
Helps examine what the researcher intends to do.
Research proposal can serve as a document of contract for the project.
Research proposals can be effective starting places to discuss projects with your professors, too.
The research proposal is able to give an overview of the research project so that other people understand the scope of the research, the significance of the research, as well as your proposed methodology and chosen research method.
Advantages of research proposal
Fund to support your research
Allow you to review and critically evaluate your current research program
Convince yourself and others that your research is worth supporting
Keep you focused on your research program
Develop novel ideas during writing proposal.
Relationship of research proposal with research
Research proposal is a plan, and research is action.
Research proposal is compulsory for approving proposed research.
Research proposal is a schedule and research is activity.
Research proposal is a mirror of research
Research proposal is a blue print of research.
Research proposal can serve as a document of contract for the project.
Types of research proposal
There are two major types of research proposal;
Academic:
• An academic proposal is the first step in producing a thesis or major project. Its intent is to convince a supervisor or academic committee that your topic and approach are sound,
Non-academ
Literature Review (Review of Related Literature - Research Methodology)Dilip Barad
Literature Review or Review of Related Literature is one of the most vital stages in any research. This presentation attempts to throw some light on the process and important aspects of literature review.
Research proposal
704 _Quantitative Research Methods in LIS
Presentation by Sadaf Batool
M.Phil. (scholar)
Roll no 14
Contents
What is research
What is proposal
Definition of research proposal
Types of research proposal
Importance of research proposal
Advantages of research proposal
Relationship of research proposal with research
Component of research proposal
1-title
2-introduction
3-statement of the problem
4-review of related literature
5-Hypothesis
6-purpose /objective of study
7- work plane
8-Method, research design, sample.
9-Refrences
common error in research proposal
Evaluation of research proposal
What is research?
The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.
What is proposal?
A plan or suggestion, especially a formal or written one, put forward for consideration by others.
A research proposal “is a document that outlines how you propose to undertake your research studies” (Mouton 2001:p.44).
Definition of research proposal
A research proposal is a document written by a researcher that provides a detailed description of the proposed program,
It is like an outline of the entire research process that gives a reader a summary of the information discussed in a project.
Importance of research proposal
Helps examine what the researcher intends to do.
Research proposal can serve as a document of contract for the project.
Research proposals can be effective starting places to discuss projects with your professors, too.
The research proposal is able to give an overview of the research project so that other people understand the scope of the research, the significance of the research, as well as your proposed methodology and chosen research method.
Advantages of research proposal
Fund to support your research
Allow you to review and critically evaluate your current research program
Convince yourself and others that your research is worth supporting
Keep you focused on your research program
Develop novel ideas during writing proposal.
Relationship of research proposal with research
Research proposal is a plan, and research is action.
Research proposal is compulsory for approving proposed research.
Research proposal is a schedule and research is activity.
Research proposal is a mirror of research
Research proposal is a blue print of research.
Research proposal can serve as a document of contract for the project.
Types of research proposal
There are two major types of research proposal;
Academic:
• An academic proposal is the first step in producing a thesis or major project. Its intent is to convince a supervisor or academic committee that your topic and approach are sound,
Non-academ
Induction Module Brief and Guidelines Assignment 3a .docxcarliotwaycave
Induction Module
Brief and Guidelines
Assignment 3a
Writing a Critical Review
Detailed Assessment Information
Submission Details
The aim assignment 3a is to develop your skills in evaluating an author’s work and producing a
critical analysis that expresses your opinion and evaluation of it. Writing a critical review requires
both critical reading and critical writing.
Worth: 20% of your overall grade
Requirements
Typed in an electronic format (Word or PDF document)
Uploaded to the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
Follows the structure of a Critical Review
Do not use headings to divide your work into sections.
Document’s name should be your student number and name.
Cover Page (Including Course Name, Your Name and Student ID Number, Title of your
Essay, Tutor’s Name, Date)
The word limit is 700 words (+/- 10%)
Includes in-text citation and a Reference List on a Separate Page using the correct
Reference Style
Please Note
By submitting your work you are agreeing to abide by the University’s regulations on
plagiarism. For further information on UNICAF’s stance on plagiarism, please read the
University's Student Regulations.
The box on the right hand side of the assignment must be ticked √ in order to proceed to
uploading the next assignment.
Instructions
In order to write your Critical Review you must follow the structure used for critical reviews that will
best allow you to support your thesis within the required word limit constraint.
Structure of a Critical Review
1. Introduction (with thesis)
2. Overview of the text
3. Evaluation of the text
Point 1
Point 2
Point 3
Point 4 …(continue as
necessary)
4. Conclusion
5. References
6. Conclusion1. Introduction
The length of an introduction is usually one paragraph for a journal article.
Include a few opening sentences that announce the author(s) and the title.
Briefly explain the topic of the text.
Present the aim of the text and summarise the main finding or key argument.
Conclude the introduction with a brief statement of your evaluation of the text. This can be a
positive or negative evaluation or a mixed response.
2. Overview
Present a summary of the key points along with a limited number of examples.
Briefly explain the author’s purpose/intentions throughout the text.
Briefly describe how the text is organised.
The overview should only make up about a third of the critical review.
3. Evaluation
The critique should be a balanced discussion and evaluation of the strengths, weakness and
notable features of the text.
Remember to base your discussion on specific criteria. Good reviews also include other
sources to support your evaluation (remember to reference).
You can choose how to sequence your critique. Here are some examples to get you started:
Most important to least important conclusions you make about the text.
If your critique is more positive than negativ ...
Literature Review- Dr Ryan Thomas WilliamsRyan Williams
A review of the previous experiments and investigations done within our chosen topic area.
Shows how your chosen topic fits with the research that has gone before and puts this into context.
‘A researcher cannot perform significant research without first understanding the literature in the field’ (Boote and Beile, 2005: 3)
BUSI 610Literature Review Title Page and Outline Rubric(50 P.docxfelicidaddinwoodie
BUSI 610
Literature Review
Title Page and Outline Rubric
(50 Points)
Criteria
Levels of Achievement
Content
70%
Advanced
Proficient
Developing
Not present
Title Page and Outline: Content
32 to 35 points
The title page and outline are present. The title page contains the required components. The outline is well developed and includes headings and subheadings. The framework of the Literature review is apparent and well established. It includes all the required components as follows:
· Title page
· Abstract
· Introduction
· Findings
· Conclusions, recommendations, and suggestions for further study
· References
29 to 31 points
The title page and outline are present. Most of the components of the title page and outline are present. The outline contains headings and some subheadings. The framework of the Literature review can be seen but work is required.
1 to 28 points
The title page or outline are not complete. Many components are not present for the title page and/or the outline. The framework of the Literature Review is not apparent.
0 points
Not present
Structure 30%
Advanced
Proficient
Developing
Not present
Title Page and Outline: Grammar and Spelling, APA formatting
(30%)
14 to 15 points
Spelling and grammar are correct. The assignment includes an outline that was per the APA format (Alphanumeric, Full sentence, or decimal). The entries are properly formatted. A cover sheet (title page) is present that is formatted per APA.
13 points
Spelling and grammar has some errors. Some APA formatting issues are present. A cover sheet (title page) is present that is formatted per APA.
1 to 12 points
Spelling and grammar errors distract. The annotations are poorly formed. APA formatting is not used. There is not a cover sheet (title page) present or it is not formatted per APA
0 points
Not present
BUSI 610
Literature Review Instructions
What Is a Literature Review?
A literature review is a survey and a discussion of the literature in a given area of study. It is a concise overview of what has been studied, argued, and established about a topic; it is generally organized chronologically or thematically. A literature review is also written in essay format.
A literature review is not an annotated bibliography because it groups related works together and discusses trends and developments rather than focusing on one item at a time. It is also not a summary; rather, a literature review evaluates previous and current research in regards to how relevant and/or useful it is and how it relates to your own research. Therefore, a literature review is more than an annotated bibliography or a summary because you are organizing and presenting your sources in terms of their overall relationship to your problem statement.
A literature review is written to highlight specific arguments and ideas in a field of study. By highlighting these arguments, the writer attempts to show what has been studied in the field and also where there are weaknesses, ga.
An attempt to highlight the most common needs for writing a research article, this include the structure of research articles and the highly important parts needed to publish in a high level indexed journals (Clarivate ISI & Scopus).
Required ResourcesReadreview the following resources for this a.docxkellet1
Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:
· Minimum of 5 scholarly sources (This includes the sources from the annotated bibliography. Additional sources may be included as appropriate.)
Instructions
This week you will submit your final paper.
The paper should include the following:
· Create your own 4-6 paragraph "dilemma” based on the controversial topic you chose in Week 3.
· Summarize the dilemma.
· Identify the key points of the dilemma.
· Define the key terms associated with the dilemma.
· Analyze the conflicts or controversies involved in the dilemma.
· Provide an original point of view relative to the dilemma and the issue it signals.
· Apply Kant’s Categorical Imperative to the dilemma.
· Apply one other method you have encountered in lecture material and the readings.
· State which of the two methods you selected you prefer and why.
· Use the 5 articles from your annotated bibliography. (Additional academic scholarly research from the past 5 years can be included as well.)
Include a reference page at the end of your paper in APA format that includes your bibliography with the annotations removed and any other sources used in your final paper.
Paragraphs
· Paragraphs are composed around topics, which naturally and organically emerge from a complex, focused, and sophisticated thesis.
· Each paragraph explores one topic and one topic only.
· Topics directly relate to the thesis and are not theses in and of themselves.
· The paragraph completely and fully develops and explains the topic and provides details, examples, illustrations, and quotations from research as well as from the primary texts.
· Topics and paragraphs rise above commonplace thinking and summary.
· Quoted material is used powerfully to support analytical points (and not as padding).
· There is a graceful transition to the next paragraph.
· The ideas explored are significant, substantive, and instructive.
· Ideas/topics support the overarching thesis so that the paper is a unified whole, and not a concatenation of appended mini-essays.
Grammar/Mechanics/Style
· Grammar refers to the correct usage of Standard American English.
· Mechanics refers to idiomatic conventions (capitalization of proper nouns, spelling, and punctuation).
· Style refers to persuasiveness, sophistication, wit, and transcendent quality.
· Sentences should be varied in length and complexity without loss of clarity or precision of meaning.
· Style makes a paper a pleasure to read.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
· Length: 8-10 pages (not including title page or references page)
· 1-inch margins
· Double spaced
· 12-point Times New Roman font
· Title page
· References page (minimum of 5 scholarly resources – remove annotations; format hanging indents)
· Pagination (upper right of the page)
· In-text citations correspond to full reference on a reference page
Grading
This activity will be graded based on Course Project Grading Rubric
Weekly Objectives (WO)
WO2.1-2.3.
This presentation gives an insight of what is a review paper,
Purpose & Objective, functions of Review Articles, Difference between Research and Review Articles, Types of Review Articles
Key points to write Review Article, Writing a Scientific Literature Review, Parts of review paper, elements of a review paper, how to write different sections of a review article
Acute scrotum is a general term referring to an emergency condition affecting the contents or the wall of the scrotum.
There are a number of conditions that present acutely, predominantly with pain and/or swelling
A careful and detailed history and examination, and in some cases, investigations allow differentiation between these diagnoses. A prompt diagnosis is essential as the patient may require urgent surgical intervention
Testicular torsion refers to twisting of the spermatic cord, causing ischaemia of the testicle.
Testicular torsion results from inadequate fixation of the testis to the tunica vaginalis producing ischemia from reduced arterial inflow and venous outflow obstruction.
The prevalence of testicular torsion in adult patients hospitalized with acute scrotal pain is approximately 25 to 50 percent
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Knee anatomy and clinical tests 2024.pdfvimalpl1234
This includes all relevant anatomy and clinical tests compiled from standard textbooks, Campbell,netter etc..It is comprehensive and best suited for orthopaedicians and orthopaedic residents.
Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
Recomendações da OMS sobre cuidados maternos e neonatais para uma experiência pós-natal positiva.
Em consonância com os ODS – Objetivos do Desenvolvimento Sustentável e a Estratégia Global para a Saúde das Mulheres, Crianças e Adolescentes, e aplicando uma abordagem baseada nos direitos humanos, os esforços de cuidados pós-natais devem expandir-se para além da cobertura e da simples sobrevivência, de modo a incluir cuidados de qualidade.
Estas diretrizes visam melhorar a qualidade dos cuidados pós-natais essenciais e de rotina prestados às mulheres e aos recém-nascidos, com o objetivo final de melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar materno e neonatal.
Uma “experiência pós-natal positiva” é um resultado importante para todas as mulheres que dão à luz e para os seus recém-nascidos, estabelecendo as bases para a melhoria da saúde e do bem-estar a curto e longo prazo. Uma experiência pós-natal positiva é definida como aquela em que as mulheres, pessoas que gestam, os recém-nascidos, os casais, os pais, os cuidadores e as famílias recebem informação consistente, garantia e apoio de profissionais de saúde motivados; e onde um sistema de saúde flexível e com recursos reconheça as necessidades das mulheres e dos bebês e respeite o seu contexto cultural.
Estas diretrizes consolidadas apresentam algumas recomendações novas e já bem fundamentadas sobre cuidados pós-natais de rotina para mulheres e neonatos que recebem cuidados no pós-parto em unidades de saúde ou na comunidade, independentemente dos recursos disponíveis.
É fornecido um conjunto abrangente de recomendações para cuidados durante o período puerperal, com ênfase nos cuidados essenciais que todas as mulheres e recém-nascidos devem receber, e com a devida atenção à qualidade dos cuidados; isto é, a entrega e a experiência do cuidado recebido. Estas diretrizes atualizam e ampliam as recomendações da OMS de 2014 sobre cuidados pós-natais da mãe e do recém-nascido e complementam as atuais diretrizes da OMS sobre a gestão de complicações pós-natais.
O estabelecimento da amamentação e o manejo das principais intercorrências é contemplada.
Recomendamos muito.
Vamos discutir essas recomendações no nosso curso de pós-graduação em Aleitamento no Instituto Ciclos.
Esta publicação só está disponível em inglês até o momento.
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These simplified slides by Dr. Sidra Arshad present an overview of the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract.
Learning objectives:
1. Enlist the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract
2. Briefly explain how these functions are carried out
3. Discuss the significance of dead space
4. Differentiate between minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation
5. Describe the cough and sneeze reflexes
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 39, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 34, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 17, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
4. Non-respiratory functions of the lungs https://academic.oup.com/bjaed/article/13/3/98/278874
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Ethanol (CH3CH2OH), or beverage alcohol, is a two-carbon alcohol
that is rapidly distributed in the body and brain. Ethanol alters many
neurochemical systems and has rewarding and addictive properties. It
is the oldest recreational drug and likely contributes to more morbidity,
mortality, and public health costs than all illicit drugs combined. The
5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
(DSM-5) integrates alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence into a single
disorder called alcohol use disorder (AUD), with mild, moderate,
and severe subclassifications (American Psychiatric Association, 2013).
In the DSM-5, all types of substance abuse and dependence have been
combined into a single substance use disorder (SUD) on a continuum
from mild to severe. A diagnosis of AUD requires that at least two of
the 11 DSM-5 behaviors be present within a 12-month period (mild
AUD: 2–3 criteria; moderate AUD: 4–5 criteria; severe AUD: 6–11 criteria).
The four main behavioral effects of AUD are impaired control over
drinking, negative social consequences, risky use, and altered physiological
effects (tolerance, withdrawal). This chapter presents an overview
of the prevalence and harmful consequences of AUD in the U.S.,
the systemic nature of the disease, neurocircuitry and stages of AUD,
comorbidities, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, genetic risk factors, and
pharmacotherapies for AUD.
2. What is Critical Review?
• A critical review is a complete type of text
discussing one particular article or book in
detail.
• Writing a critical review of two or three
articles is known as comparative critical
review.
3. Purpose of a critical review
• The critical review is a writing task that asks
to summarize and evaluate a text.
• The critical review can be of a book, a
chapter, or a journal article.
• Writing the critical review usually requires
to read the selected text in detail and to also
read other related texts so that it can be
present with a fair and reasonable
evaluation of the selected text.
4. Structure of a Critical Review
• Critical reviews, both short (one page) and
long (four pages), usually have a similar
structure.
• Check the assignment instructions for
formatting and structural specifications.
• Headings are usually optional for longer
reviews and can be helpful for the reader.
5. Structure of a Critical Review (Cont…
Write a Final Draft.
Revise as necessary.
Summarize the results in a concluding paragraph.
Populate writing with evidence.
Rectify all topic sentences.
Carefully organize the body of writing.
Write an introductory paragraph.
Choose a title statement.
Read thoroughly and carefully.
6. Review Writing
• The length of an introduction is usually one
paragraph for a journal article review and two or
three paragraphs for a longer book review.
• Include a few opening sentences that announce the
author(s) and the title, and briefly explain the topic
of the text.
• Present the aim of the text and summarize the main
finding or key argument.
• Conclude the introduction with a brief statement of
evaluation of the text. This can be a positive or
negative evaluation or, as is usually the case, a mixed
response.
7. Review Summary
• Present a summary of the key points along
with a limited number of examples.
• Briefly explain the author’s purpose/
intentions throughout the text and also
briefly describe how the text is organized.
• The summary should only make up about a
third of the critical review.
8. Review Critique
• The critique should be a balanced discussion
and evaluation of the strengths, weakness and
notable features of the text.
• Remember to base discussion on specific
criteria. Good reviews also include other
sources to support the evaluation (remember
to reference).
• Review should include recommendations for
how the text can be improved in terms of ideas,
research approach; theories or frameworks
used can also be included in the critique
section.
9. The sequence critique
• Here are some examples
– Most important to least important conclusions that
make about the text.
– If the critique is more positive than negative, then
present the negative points first and the positive last.
– If the critique is more negative than positive, then
present the positive points first and the negative last.
– If there are both strengths and weakness for each
criterion selected the reviewer can decide overall
what is his/her judgment.
10. Review Conclusion
• This is usually a very short paragraph.
– Restate the overall opinion of the text.
– Briefly present recommendations.
– If necessary some further explanation of
judgement can be included. This can help
the critique sound fair and reasonable.
11. Review References
• If reviewer used other sources for review
should include a list of references at the end
of the review.
12. Criteria for Evaluating Texts
Criteria Possible focus questions
Significance and
contribution tothe
field
What is the author's aim?
To what extent has this aim been achieved?
What does this text add to the body of knowledge?
(This could be in terms of theory, data and/or
practical application)
What relationship does it bear to other works in the
field?
What is missing/not stated?
Is this a problem?
Methodology or
approach (thisusually
applies to more
formal, research-based
texts)
What approach was used for the research? (eg;
quantitative or qualitative, analysis/review of theory
or current practice, comparative, case study, personal
reflection etc...)
How objective/biased is the approach?
Are the results valid and reliable?
What analytical framework is used to discuss the
results?
13. Criteria for Evaluating Texts
(cont…
Criteria Possible focus questions
Argument and use of
evidence
Is there a clear problem, statement or
hypothesis?
What claims are made?
Is the argument consistent?
What kinds of evidence does the text rely on?
How valid and reliable is the evidence?
How effective is the evidence in supporting the
argument?
What conclusions are drawn?
Are these conclusions justified?
Writing style and
text structure
• Does the writing style suit the intended audience?
(eg; expert/non-expert, academic/non-academic)
• What is the organizing principle of the text? Could
it be better organized?
14.
15. References
• Nieswiadomy, R. M., & Bailey, C.
(2018). Foundations of nursing research.
Pearson.
• Grove, S. K., & Gray, J. R. (2019). Understanding
nursing research: Building an evidence-based
practice (7th ed.). Elsevier.
• Polit, D. F., & Beck, C. (2017). Nursing research :
Generating and assessing evidence for nursing
practice (10th ed.). Wolters Kluwer Health.