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Writing a Literature Review (EDUC90867)

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This subject teaches Doctor of Education candidates how to identify, analyse and synthesise published research findings that are of a high quality and relevant to their own research. Building upon this, it teaches Doctor of Education candidates how to locate their own proposed research projects and questions within the broader research literature. This subject will include practical classes on specific literature search strategies and the effective use of reference management systems and tools as well as classes focusing on the composition and writing of literature reviews.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, Doctor of Education candidates should be able to:

  • Identify, analyse and synthesise published research findings that are of a high quality and relevant to addressing their research problem.
  • Critically analyse and evaluate existing theories, knowledge, ideas and methods associated with their research problem.
  • Identify and defend research gaps within the literature to formulate feasible research questions.
  • Justify the significance, originality, and scope of their research aims through a review of the relevant literature.

Generic skills

In this subject, Doctor of Education candidates will develop the following set of key transferable skills:

  • Information gathering, analysis and interpretation
  • Critical reasoning and thinking.
  • Problem solving.
  • Evidence-based decision making.
  • Communication.

Last updated: 4 September 2024