Writing Literature Reviews – 7th Edition

Description

Master the complex process of academic writing with Writing Literature Reviews: A Guide for Students of the Social and Behavioral Sciences, 7th Edition. Authored by Jose L. Galvan and Melisa C. Galvan, this invaluable textbook is designed to help students confidently prepare literature reviews for term projects, theses, and dissertations. By emphasizing the critical analysis of empirical research reports, it demystifies the academic journal reading process and teaches students how to synthesize vast amounts of information into a cohesive, well-structured narrative .

The 7th Edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect modern research environments. It breaks down the larger, often overwhelming task of writing a review into a series of smaller, manageable, and “task analytic” steps. It provides practical instructions for navigating today’s digital libraries, along with comprehensive discussions on utilizing digital tools like bibliographic management and plagiarism detection software. Filled with new model literature reviews, chapter activities, and extensive examples of what to do (and what not to do), this text is an essential mentor for undergraduate and graduate students alike.

Key Features of the 7th Edition:

• Step-by-Step Approach: Deconstructs the holistic review process into clear, manageable steps, alleviating student anxiety.

• Digital Research Tools: Features new, practical guidance on navigating digital libraries and utilizing modern bibliographic software.

• Empirical Focus: Teaches readers how to critically analyze primary sources, specifically original reports of empirical research.

• Real-World Examples: Provides numerous excerpts from published reviews to illustrate both effective and ineffective writing techniques.

• Updated Activities: Includes new chapter activities and updated guidelines to reinforce learning and structure the writing process.