What is it? It's like a summary of what other researchers have already found out about your topic.
Why do it? To understand what's already been studied, find gaps in knowledge, and see what questions still need answering.
Steps:
Find Sources: Look for books, articles, and studies related to your topic.
Read and Summarize: Read the sources and write down the main points and findings.
Compare and Analyze: Look for similarities and differences between the sources. See what they agree on and where they disagree.
Evaluate: Decide if the sources are reliable and if their findings are still relevant.
Write: Summarize what you found and explain how it helps your own research.
Purpose: Helps you build on existing knowledge, find your research's unique angle, and show why your study is important.