A literature review can seem like an overwhelming and daunting task, but it is a crucial academic skill. It is essential to research and is frequently required in course assignments throughout university. This session will break down the reasons why we do literature reviews and the steps one must take in order to ensure a sufficient and/or thorough exploration of the resources where the literature is found. Tips and tricks for managing the process will be offered. Participants will have increased confidence in defining and conducting the literature review and will become familiar with the key resources required to complete one.
Key learning outcomes include:
Understand the importance of literature reviews for research and academic assignments.
Know the steps required to conduct a thorough literature review.
Know how to explore and identify key resources for your literature review.
This session is eligible for a TMU Libraries badge. Badges are meant to recognize that you’ve developed a particular skill or concept through attendance at a library workshop, and completion of an activity after the session. There are two types of badges we offer:
1) badges for individual workshops which recognize specific skills, and
2) stacked badges, showing you have completed 3-5 workshops in a group of related workshops and demonstrating the interrelated nature of the different skills.
Literature Review Essentials can be used to earn an individual badge, or as a component of the Research Skills Stacked Badge. Complete at least three of the five workshops listed here to earn the Research Skills Stacked Badge.
