LITERATUREREVIEW文献综述 课堂.ppt

Dr . Lili Ann 31 What should you write? ? Literature reviews should comprise the following elements: ? An overview of the subject, issue or theory under consideration, along with the objectives of the literature review ? Division of works under review into categories (e.g. those in support of a particular position, those against, and those offering alternative theses entirely) ? Explanation of how each work is similar to and how it varies from the others ? Conclusions as to which pieces are best considered in their argument, are most convincing of their opinions, and make the greatest contribution to the understanding and development of their area of research Dr . Lili Ann 32 What should you write? ? In assessing each piece, consideration should be given to: ? Provenance — What are the author's credentials? Are the author's arguments supported by evidence (e.g. primary historical material, case studies, narratives, statistics, recent scientific findings)? ? Objectivity — Is the author's perspective even-handed or prejudicial? Is contrary data considered or is certain pertinent information ignored to prove the author's point? ? Persuasiveness — Which of the author's theses are most/least convincing? ? Value — Are the author's arguments and conclusions convincing? Does the work ultimately contribute in any significant way to an understanding of the subject? Dr . Lili Ann 33 What should you write? ? Layout ? Make your literature review have an academic and professional appearance. Here are some points to make the look of your report appealing to the reader ? White space : leave space between sections, especially from the abstract. This gives an uncluttered effect. ? Headings/sub-headings : these help to separate ideas. ? Text boxes : you can use these for quotations or paraphrasing to separate them from the rest of your text. It is also pleasing to the eye. Dr . Lili Ann 34 What should you write? ? Graphics : centre your graphics,