LibGuides: EDR-8200 v8: Week 6 Resources

Week 6 Resources

National University Academic Success Center: Learning About Synthesis Analysis
NU Academic Success Center. (n.d.). Learning about synthesis analysis.
This page from the NU Academic Success Center includes three tabs for learning what synthesis and analysis
mean, how to synthesize and analyze, and opportunities to practice with additional handouts and workshops.
Correct Sentences and Paragraphs
Helling, P. (1992). Correct sentences and paragraphs. In Grammar and proofreading course (pp. 31-40).
American Management Association.
Review Chapter 4. This resource includes a list of transitional words that can assist you to guide the reader through the sources as you review them for your literature review. As a conversation of sources is ideal for literature review, use these transitional and linking terms for a coherent narrative discussion. 10 Pages
Am I The Only One Struggling To Write A Literature Review?
Dr. Zina O'Leary explains the misconceptions and struggles students often have with writing a literature review. She also provides step-by-step guidance on writing a persuasive literature review.
Research Analysis and Critique
Suter, W. N. (2012). Research analysis and critique. An Introduction to educational research: A critical thinking approach (pp. 418-448). SAGE.
Chapter 14 of this text presents a discussion of the meaning of analysis versus critique when conducting critical reviews of sources for your literature review. Considerations for logic and sequence are also discussed for thoughtful review of published research. 30 Pages.

Assignment Week 6 General Headings Template
Generic headings template (with examples of Level 1 main headings and Level 2 subheadings) [Word document]. Supplemental template for assignment