Literature Review: All dissertations rely heavily on a sound review of the underlying theory to the research problem being investigated. This course will introduce students to the methods of writing a literature review and will be customized to their own research problem. Prerequisites: QNT 6007, QNT 6008.

( QNT 6007 )
AND ( QNT 6008 )

1) The key deliverable of this on-line course is the draft of Chapter 2 (Literature Review) of the student's dissertation.
2) Students will structure a literature review.
3) Students will formulate hypotheses or propositions or research questions.

1. Required Materials


1. Textbooks

Practical Research: Planning and Design - 9.Edition - 2009
Leedy, P.D. & Ormrod, J.E.
Prentice Hall (Pearson)
Upper Saddle River, NJ
ISBN: 9780137152421


Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association - 6.Edition - 2010
American Psychological Association
American Psychological Association
Washington, DC
ISBN: 9781433805615



APA Manual
The APA Manual is a recommended textbook for all courses.
Effective July 1^st 2009, the 6th edition of the APA Manual is recommended for all courses.

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Please note that all required and recommended materials should be referenced in APA style.