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Reviewing the literature is an essential part of every research project. This book takes you step-by-step through the process of approaching your literature review systematically, applying systematic principles to a wide range of literature review types. Through numerous examples, case studies and exercises, the book covers often neglected areas of literature review such as concept analysis, scoping and mapping. The book includes practical tools for supporting the various stages of the review process, including;- managing your literature review- searching the literature- assessing the quality of the literature- synthesising qualitative and/or quantitative data- writing up and presenting dataSystematic Approaches to a Successful Literature Review is essential reading for any student or researcher looking to approach their literature review in a systematic way.

Available with free access to the interactive eBook* for 12 months when you buy the paperback version (ISBN 9781446295311 only), this is the companion for any student undertaking a research project.Click on the icons in the margins of the eBook to access a wealth of resources including:Video ContentChapter introductions and top tips from the author along with tried and tested open access videos on YouTube introduce you to key chapter contentsDatasetsPlay around with real data in SPSS and put your statistics knowledge into practiceWeblinksDirect you to real world examples to broaden your knowledgeChecklistsGuide you through a specific research process such as running a focus group or conducting an interviewFurther ReadingLink you to a range of resources to deepen your understanding of a topic However you access the content the Third Edition guides you smoothly through the research process from start to finish setting out the skills needed to design and conduct effective research and introduces the reader to the reality of conducting research in the real world. It gives practical advice on how best to select appropriate projects, design strategies, sources and methods and provides the tools needed to collect, analyze and present data. Applicable to any discipline and firmly rooted in the practicalities of research there are new and exciting chapters on:- Using SPSS for quantitative data analysis- Sampling strategies in quantitative and qualitative research- Approaches to secondary analysis- Using focus groups- Ethnography and participant observation (*interactivity only available through Vitalsource eBook)Available with Perusallan eBook that makes it easier to prepare for classPerusall is an award-winning eBook platform featuring social annotation tools that allow students and instructors to collaboratively mark up and discuss their SAGE textbook. Backed by research and supported by technological innovations developed at Harvard University, this process of learning through collaborative annotation keeps your students engaged and makes teaching easier and more effective. Learn more.