Learning to conduct a mini systematic review is an important skill as you get to practise the following
skills: (a)Literature searches; (b) synthesising literature beyond one article; (c) evaluating research articles
and (d) communicating research findings to a lay person.
Search Protocol:
For this assessment you will need to practise developing search protocols and narrowing down your
search. As such you will need to develop a search protocol for what your mini systematic review would be
on. The search protocol is part of your formative assessment for this particular assessment and you will
have the opportunity to submit and get feedback. Use your advanced literature search skills to identify
articles for your mini systematic review.
Advanced Literature Search
While developing the search protocol you will need to practise your advanced literature search skills, to
help you develop the protocol. Once the protocol is developed you will then conduct the search of the
literature for the systematic review.
Selecting Articles
Once you have conducted the search, you will then need to go over the titles and/or abstract of articles
and apply your inclusion/exclusion criteria. Following that you will need to read the full text of the
selected articles and choose (with inclusion/exclusion criteria in mind) which ones you will include in your
systematic review.
Quality Assessment
The quality assessment is an important step for a systematic review and you will need to choose a tool to
conduct this. Information on which tool can be found in the Quality Assessment lecture.
Extraction of Data
What data you will extract from the chosen research articles depends on your research question and the
quality assessment tool you have chosen.
Synthesis of Information
Once the information is extracted, you now need to synthesise the information.
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A mini systematic review should be structured as one would structure a research project. In the taught
session we discuss the PRISMA checklist for systematic reviews/meta-analyses and this is a checklist that
should be completed and read in conjunction with this guide. Please note, you are asked to complete a
mini systematic review so sections about meta-analyses are not needed for this assessment. The minisystematic review should contain the following sections:
Lay person Summary: Normally systematic reviews contain an abstract, but for this specific exercise we
want you to summarise the findings of your systematic review to a lay person. The mini systematic review
findings should be communicated as one would communicate findings of research to a lay person. The lay
person can be members of the public that have no formal education in research. It should be 200-250
words. You should contain information about the background of the systematic review, method, the
results, discussion and conclusion. You do not have to have all these subheadings, but the lay summary
should contain all that information. This section does not count towards the word count.
Background/Introduction: This section should provide information on what the focus of the mini
systematic review is, why it is needed and the general rationale for it. This should not be a long section
but enough to provide context to the reader.
Method: This is a very important section and should have all the subheading as suggested by the PRISMA
checklist for systematic reviews/meta-analyses. As with any project, it is important to report all the
important steps of the methodology for conducting this systematic review. It should be written in the past
tense. See PRISMA checklist for all the subsections needed for this section.
Results: This is where you report the results of the systematic review and provide the synthesis of the
results. See PRISMA checklist for all the subsections needed for this section.
Discussion: Within this section you need to discuss what the synthesised results mean for your research
question, the implications that might come in this area of research. As with a research project, you would
need to have a section on future directions and strengths and limitations. See PRISMA checklist for all the
subsections needed for this section.
Conclusion: Please write the conclusion for the systematic review
Tables/Figures: Please include tables summarising the results of the studies. See PRISMA checklist for
details on what tables/figures to include. Looking at published systematic reviews can also be beneficial.
Usually a table that provides details of all the studies is always included as supplementary material and
this is a table that you can include in an Appendix. Make sure to include all the relevant figures that are
needed for a systematic review, see PRISMA checklist for systematic reviews.
Appendices should include the following:
● the search protocol you created for the systematic review (PICOS).
● the search terms – the full list as entered for the search.
● an example of the literature evaluation you undertook (i.e. the table/information of how you scored
your papers as part of the quality assessment).
● any other documents that would be included in the additional materials of a systematic review.
The following citation is a fantastic book to help you guide you on conducting systematic reviews
Boland, A., Cherry, G., & Dickson, R. (Eds.). (2017). Doing a systematic review: A student’s guide.
a.
Population (e.g. age, gender, clinical
group/sample)
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People over 60 years of age, any gender, in any
setting
b.
Intervention (e.g. treatment, test, behaviour
change intervention)
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
c.
Comparator (e.g. control group, usual care,
alternative interventions examined)
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Studies with a control group
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Treatment as usual
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Waitlist Control
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Alternative treatment for chronic pain
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Placebo interventions
d.
Outcomes (e.g. attendance, health behaviour,
patient-reported outcomes)
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Self-reported assessment of pain intensity
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Overall wellbeing and quality of life
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Outcomes related to everyday functioning
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Psychological wellbeing
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Are there sustainable (long term) effects
e.
Study/setting (e.g. primary research, randomised
control trials, cohort studies, qualitative studies)
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Randomized control trials
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Cohort studies
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Qualitative studies
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Title: “The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: A Mini Systematic Review” “Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Chronic Pain Management in Older Adults: A Systematic Review”
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Title: Annotated Bibliography on “Lusus Naturae” by Margaret Atwood
topic;
“Lusus Naturae” (p. 258 ff.)
1. Find 3 sources from the library database or Internet that pertain to your topic.
2. Compose an annotated bibliography following MLA format. Your bibliography
should have two parts: an introduction and the bibliography itself.
3. The Introduction should be around 300 words and it should discuss what you plan to write about in your essay. DO NOT use quotations, just share your plans in your own words.
4. The Annotated Bibliography should follow MLA. two paragraphs. The first paragraph should be a summary that follows four-part
summary format.
A 4-part summary for nonfiction includes:
1. The source’s argument
2. The main points the author makes to support the argument
3. The author’s purpose
4. The intended audience and expected outcome of reading.
It should NOT contain quotes and should be done completely in
your own words.
In a second paragraph explain in 150 or so words why this source is
relevant. Here, too you should NOT use quotes.
Requirements
• MLA Formatting
• 3 sources authored by academics.
• NO Quotations
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“Engaging in Critical Dialogue: Exploring Perspectives on Education Reform” Reply 1: “Examining the Role of Stakeholders in Education Reform: A Critical Discussion” In her post, my classmate highlights the importance of considering the perspectives of
The student must then post 2 replies of at least 350 words (3 well-crafted paragraphs) with a minimum of 2 citations from academic journals in current APa
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“Crafting a Professional Cover Letter and Reflecting on the Preparation Process”
In your personal and professional life, you will communicate with others through writing. You may find that you need to adapt your language, tone, organization, and details of the writing based on the needs and expectations of your audience. One of those occasions is when you apply for a job. Cover letters and resumés are important forms of professional writing and communication. These documents are often a potential employee’s introduction to a prospective employer and can be key in career advancement.
For this assessment, you will write a cover letter to a potential employer regarding a desired job opportunity. You will also write a reflection about the process you used to gather information about your desired job and the company. This assessment allows you to demonstrate how effectively you can construct a piece of writing appropriate for a career- or discipline-specific situation.
Preparation
Using the same employer that you used in your Wk 2 Writing Reaction and Review assignment, complete the following steps:
Access an open job opportunity at that employer.
Research key information about your chosen job opportunity and the employer (e.g., the employer’s mission statement, who the hiring manager is, and the employer’s past accomplishments). You may find this information by visiting the company’s website or searching social networking sites (e.g., LinkedIn) or job boards.
Consider these questions about the job you identified:
What duties might this position require?
What education or experience is expected of applicants?
What is the company’s reputation, goal, or mission? How would hiring you help the company achieve that goal or mission?
What salary might you expect? Is it comparable to the same position within other companies?
Is there a possibility to grow or advance within this organization?
Consider the following questions about your unique qualifications and work history:
What makes you an effective employee who others want to work with?
What current and past qualities, habits, and career skills make you a good candidate for this position?
How might your cover letter reflect any of the following traits: curiosity, openness, engagement, creativity, or metacognition (self-awareness)?
Assessment Deliverable
Complete Part 1 and Part 2.
Part 1: Cover Letter
Review Cover Letter Guide: Five Steps for Crafting Your Cover Letter for appropriate cover letter formatting guidelines.
Write a 1-page maximum cover letter for your identified job opportunity. Incorporate the suggestions, including audience, structure, format, and tone from the Cover Letter Guide you reviewed to prepare for this assessment.
Part 2: Reflection
After your cover letter is complete, insert a page break at the end of your cover letter to create a new page for your reflection. To create a page break in Word, go to the Layout menu and click on Breaks.
Reflect on the activities you completed to prepare for drafting your cover letter and respond to the following questions in at least 1 sentence each:
What was your research process? What did you find and how did you find it?
How did your research influence what you wrote in your cover letter?
When you looked at websites, job postings, and other resources related to this career field, what did you notice about how people in this profession communicate? Were any words, ideas, or phrases prominent?
To whom did you address your letter? Why did you select this person?
What are some examples from your letter that demonstrate a respectful and professional tone?
Note: You might find it helpful to review feedback from your faculty member on previous assignments from this course before completing this summative assessment.
Submit your combined document containing your cover letter and reflection responses.
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Title: “Combatting Cybercrime: The Role of Informed Leadership and Strategic Approaches in Criminal Justice Organizations”
Criminal justice professionals rely on informed leadership to prepare their organizations to combat cybercrime.
How does society strategically combat cybercrime? How effective are employee training and professional development in combatting cybercrime within an organization? If you were in a leadership role for a criminal justice organization, which public policies, administrative processes, and research-based practices would you implement to reduce the impact of cybercrime on society? -
Title: “Investigating the Relationship between Social Media Usage and Mental Health: A Study of Young Adults” Main Hypotheses: 1. Increased social media usage is associated with higher levels of anxiety and depression in young adults.
What are the main hypotheses?
What is/are independent variable(s)? What is/are dependent variable(s)?
How did researchers recruit their participants? Identify participants’ demographic information and data collection procedure.
What materials did researchers utilize to measure the hypotheses? Identify the apparatus and measurements.
What are the key findings/results of the study?
Do the findings justify authors’ conclusions? -
Understanding the Relevance of KPIs in Web Analytics Title: The Importance of KPIs in Web Analytics: A Critical Analysis
Assignment Instructions:
Explain KPIs what are they, as they apply to web analytics.
Explain your position if you agree or disagree with their relevance in web analytics.
Explain your position.
Class: You may find newer and older resources listed each week in the Lessons and Assignments; however, the older resources are still relevant in content and concept. The relevancy is noted in that they build on the structural foundation of web analytics. We must be aware that Web Analytics is always in motion, and organizations are seeking to create actionable insights driving the decision making process
Link: https://www.datapine.com/kpi-examples-and-templates/google-analytics
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“Exploring the Intersection of Environmentalism and Feminism: A Critical Analysis of Ecofeminism”
Instructions
This paper should be between 750-1250 words. Use evidence from the assigned texts to support your answers. Be sure to properly cite the sources and evidence you rely upon (follow Syllabus guidelines regarding APA citation format).
PROMPT: Define ecofeminism in your own words. How has your understanding of the relationship between environmentalism and feminism has been enhanced and/or changed based on this week’s readings? (As part of your answer, be sure to discuss the gendered effects of climate change.) You may draw from all assigned content to support your answer, but be sure to use the Ecofeminism book, the Mallory article, and the Hands-On film.
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Title: “Exploring the Impact of Social Media Influencers on Consumer Behavior: A Case Study of the Beauty Industry”
PLEASE Raad the assignement carefully als there is a template attached
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“Exploring Gender Bias in Leadership: A Case Study Analysis” Instructions: 1. Thoroughly study Chapter 15, “Gender and Leadership” in your textbook. 2. Analyze the case study presented in Section 15.2,
Make up assignment
Dear Students,
I would like to offer an additional
assignment for those who wish to further enhance their learning. This
assignment carries a weight of 6 points, equivalent to that of a team
assignment, and is designed to be completed individually.
Your task is to thoroughly study Chapter 15, titled “Gender and Leadership.”
Afterward, please analyze the case study
presented in Section 15.2, which explores the issues of lack of
inclusion and credibility.
For your response, provide answers to
the four questions, each containing 120 words, supported by at least two
citations from credible sources.
I encourage you to employ critical thinking skills in your responses.