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Assignment:
Doing a qualitative research literature on
Analyze the existing literature on gender gaps in education, focusing on factors such as access to schooling, retention rates, academic performance, and societal attitudes towards gender roles in education. . It should also include a bibliography and it does not require discussion of the methodology.This literature review should include the following:
A clearly defined topic;
1) The topic should be straight-forward and clear. It should give clear information about who is being studied, what is being studied, and where the study is being carried out.
2) Where possible, give an indication of the theoretical framework you will be using to explore this topic.
An Introduction;
3) The introduction should clearly discuss the background and social issue being explored. It should discuss why it is important to carry out this study (the justification for the study). End the introduction by identifying at least 5 research questions which you hope to find answers to.
A literature review;
4) The literature review section should identify and discuss previous studies, seminal works, key theorists and researchers who have made important contributions to your topic.
You should discuss and analyse their contributions. That is, look at the strengths and weaknesses in their work.
Most importantly, try to identify gaps in the research. Keep in mind, the importance of identifying these 'gaps' since these gaps help justify the need for you to carry out your proposed study.
The theoretical approach to be taken in the proposed study should be introduced and justified in the literature review.
Remember that the theoretical framework is the lens through which you will explore your social issue. It provide the core concepts that you can use to understand the problem. So, think carefully about which theoretical framework can help you explain your topic best.
Literature review - reviews at least 10 research articles and use 10 full academic references at last on the topic; shows gaps in previous research; shows how present study will fill those gaps; introduces and justifies theoretical framework.
You can also search for peer-reviewed journal articles, which you can find in the online journal databases.
Reputable news sites such as The Conversation, online dictionaries and online encyclopedias .
Government departments, research institutes such as the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), international organisations such as the World Health Organisation (WHO) and local not for profit organisations such as the Cancer Council can be used for references.
Include Academic in-text citation using APA7 referencing style and include all the full references list used above at last using Apa7 referencing format.