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Literature Reviews: Common Errors Made When Conducting a Literature Review

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Dated: January 2015

Authors: Center for Research Quality , Michael Quinn Patton

A useful discussion of common errors that can be easily avoided when conducting a literature review.

In 12-minute video this Dr Michael Quinn Patton gives an explanation of what a literature review is and the purpose - explaining how it enables you to understand your 'intellectual heritage', and where your research fits into and builds on work that has already been done. He lists common errors and provides practical advice on avoiding these and conducting a good-quality, robust literature review.

The video would be helpful for students, researchers, and those involved in academia or wanting to better understand the process of academic research and writing.

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