PSV-7100

National University Library (formerly NCU). (2022, September 2). ,Determining information needs. National University Library (formerly NCU).
Read this section of the Library’s Research Process page. For this course, you are required to read all subsections except Clinical Trials and Evidence Based Treatment.

National University Library (formerly NCU). (2022, September 2). Evaluating information. National University Library (formerly NCU).
This reading provides techniques for assessing the credibility and appropriateness of literature sources and information.

National University Library (formerly NCU). (2022, August 4). Digging for Data. National University Library (formerly NCU) Center for Teaching and Learning. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIqISKKdHIU
Listen to this 37-minute webinar for expert advice on locating datasets for your research.

Schedule with a Librarian
National University Library (formerly NCU). Schedule a consultation with a university librarian. National University Library (formerly NCU).
This is a link for individual Online Research Consultations and to be used for PSV-7100 Scholarly Literature Review students to schedule a one-to-one consultation with a Librarian. Use this link to schedule your consultation.

Wentz, E. (2014). Problem statement. In E. Wentz, Problem statement (pp. 129-148). SAGE Publications, Ltd.
Read pages 129 through the top of page 132 for insightful information on identifying and developing a problem statement for your dissertation research study. Feel free to read the remainder of the chapter that extends into research purpose and research questions as well!

Byrne, D. (2017). Introduction.Project planner. 10.4135/9781526408518.
Read Reviewing the Literature section of this planner for tips on developing a literature search strategy and information note-taking. The information provided in this section also supports information you gleaned from the University’s Library sections and webinars.

Ellis, T. J., & Levy, Y. (2008). Framework of problem-based research: a guide for novice researchers on the development of a research-worthy problem. Informing Science: The International Journal of an Emerging Transdiscipline, 11, 17.
The Ellis and Levy article provides a thoughtful technique for conceptualizing a research topic and related research problem.

National University Library (formerly NCU). (2019, October 23). Beginning the research process [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfkKnwDLU9o
This 46-minute video provides information to get you started on searching diverse types of literature. The video includes techniques for evaluating credibility of the information that you have discovered.

Quinton, S., & Smallbone, T. (2006). Developing a critical approach. In S. Quinton, & T. Smallbone, Developing a critical approach (pp. 15-27). SAGE Publications, Ltd.
This is a chapter from Postgraduate Research in Business (Quinton & Smallbone, 2006). The reading should take about a half-hour or more but the “take-aways” on approaches in developing critical reading skills and a critical approach to exploring your research topic focus are worth the read. It also includes recommendations for developing a note-taking system.