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Employee Documents: Research papers, sources, and references.
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The following documents are essential for employees to submit as part of their research and writing process for the literature reviews:
1. Research Papers
- Purpose: Employees must submit the research papers they have consulted during the process of writing the literature review. These papers provide the foundation for the information, arguments, and conclusions drawn in the review.
- Format: Ensure that the research papers are in an accessible format, such as PDF or Word, and that they are properly named according to the topic or review they relate to.
- Required Details: For each paper, employees should provide the full citation (in the chosen citation style, e.g., APA or MLA), along with any annotations or highlights that indicate the relevant sections used in the review.
Examples of documents to submit:
- Journal Articles: Peer-reviewed journal articles that were cited within the review.
- Books: Chapters or specific sections referenced in the literature review.
- Conference Papers: If applicable, papers from academic conferences or symposia.
- Reports: Government, organizational, or corporate reports that provided key information.
2. Sources
- Purpose: These are the materials from which employees draw data, evidence, or theories to inform their literature reviews. Sources must be credible and scholarly, including but not limited to academic papers, government publications, and reputable databases.
- Format: Submit copies of any online articles, whitepapers, books, or database entries that contributed to the review. These sources must be cited correctly in the reference list of the review document.
- Required Details: Provide URLs or database IDs for digital sources, and include publication dates, author names, and any other relevant bibliographic information. If using a source like a database article (e.g., JSTOR, PubMed), provide the article’s permanent link or DOI for easy access.
Examples of sources to submit:
- Academic Journal Articles: Articles obtained from databases like Google Scholar, PubMed, or JSTOR.
- Books and Book Chapters: Submissions of physical or digital book sections that are referenced.
- Online Databases: Any specialized databases used for sourcing articles (e.g., ERIC, SpringerLink, Scopus).
- Government or Organizational Reports: Sources from organizations like the World Bank, OECD, or UNICEF.
3. References
- Purpose: A complete and accurate list of all the sources cited in the literature review. This is an essential document to verify the citation accuracy and to ensure that no source is omitted from the final reference list.
- Format: Submit the reference list in the citation style used for the review (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.). It must be formatted correctly with entries listed in alphabetical order and consistent formatting.
- Required Details: Include the full citation details for each source referenced in the review. This may include author names, year of publication, title of the article/book, publisher, and digital object identifiers (DOIs) for journal articles.
Examples of references to submit:
- APA Citation Example:
Smith, J. A. (2020). The role of technology in modern education. Journal of Educational Studies, 15(3), 233-245. https://doi.org/10.1234/jed2020.001 - MLA Citation Example:
Smith, John A. The Role of Technology in Modern Education. Journal of Educational Studies, vol. 15, no. 3, 2020, pp. 233-245.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1234/jed2020.001
4. Supporting Documents
- Purpose: These are supplementary materials that support the research, analysis, and conclusions presented in the review. They may include annotated bibliographies, draft outlines, and other working documents.
a. Annotated Bibliographies:
- Purpose: An annotated bibliography provides a summary and evaluation of each source consulted during the research phase. This helps to demonstrate how each source contributes to the review and provides a critical analysis.
- Format: Each annotation should include:
- A brief summary of the source.
- A description of how the source was used in the review (e.g., theory, evidence, data).
- A critical evaluation of the source’s relevance, credibility, and value to the review.
- Source: Smith, John A. The Role of Technology in Modern Education. Journal of Educational Studies, vol. 15, no. 3, 2020, pp. 233-245.
- Annotation: This article examines the impact of digital tools on classroom engagement and student outcomes. Smith’s study found that technology integration in classrooms increased student participation by 30%. This source contributed to the review’s discussion of modern educational methods and the role of technology in education.
b. Draft Outlines:
- Purpose: Employees should submit draft outlines of the literature review. These outlines provide a roadmap for how the review will be structured, what sources will be discussed, and what the major themes will be.
- Format: The outline should follow the designated structure for the review (e.g., Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Conclusions, References).
- Required Details: The outline should briefly explain the key arguments and main points to be covered under each section.
Example of a Draft Outline:
- Introduction: Overview of the topic, including the significance of the research and the scope of the literature review.
- Literature Review: Discuss previous studies on the topic, categorize them by themes or trends, and identify gaps in the literature.
- Methodology: Outline the methodology used in the studies reviewed (qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods).
- Conclusion: Summarize the findings of the literature, state the significance, and suggest areas for future research.
c. Finalized Review Content:
- Purpose: The final draft of the literature review must be submitted in the designated format, ensuring that it adheres to SayPro’s academic and formatting standards. This content must be ready for the final review and approval.
- Format: The content must be submitted in the SayPro template format, which may include sections like:
- Introduction
- Literature Review (with subsections for different themes or trends)
- Methodology (if applicable)
- Conclusions
- References
5. Formatting and Submission
- Consistency: All documents must follow a consistent naming convention (e.g., TopicName_EmployeeName_ResearchPaper) for easy identification and retrieval.
- Final File: All documents (research papers, sources, references, annotated bibliographies, outlines, draft reviews) should be organized into a single folder for submission. It should be named appropriately (e.g., SCHAR-20_EmployeeName).
- Submission Deadline: Employees should ensure that all documents are submitted on time for review and approval by the SayPro Academic Writing Services Office.
Conclusion
Submitting the right documents ensures that all stages of the review process—from research to writing to final approval—are well-documented and in alignment with SayPro’s quality standards. It helps maintain academic integrity, ensures consistency, and facilitates smooth collaboration between employees and the SayPro Academic Writing Services Office.
- Neftaly Malatjie | CEO | SayPro
- Email: info@saypro.online
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