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Definition
A review of literature is both a summary and explanation of the complete and current state of knowledge on a limited topic as found in academic books and journal articles.
Review of Literature
The review of literature plays a vital role in the research process.
It represents the gist of selected readings relevant to the research problem and the variables of concern. Integrates information drawn from books, periodicals and other published research. Consolidates interlocking concepts, bearing in mind the research objectives which touch on the variables to investigate.
Review of Literature:
Typically the review of literature points out only supportive proofs of the study. For broader perspective, contradicting information may be discussed with hopes of inviting readers to weigh the pros and cons.. In the midst of conflicting issues, the researcher has to take a stand in relation to the main thrust of the thesis proposal.
Importance
The review of literature generates ideas for the research framework, strengthens the rationale for the study, and determines the segment of knowledge which the new inquiry can enrich.
Excerpt 1. Original
This wisdom is called indigenous knowledge which is comprehensively defined by Ulluswiska (1993) as: the local knowledge that is unique to a given culture or society. It is the basis for agriculture, health care, food preparation, education, environmental conversation and other activities. Much of such knowledge is passed down by oral tradition from generation to generation. Also derived from sciences, it presents people creativity, innovations, and skills. Fortunately, indigenous knowledge is not confined to tribal communities only but any community can possess such knowledge. A fishing community in Negros Occidental, Cadelina (1998) documented several traditional practices like the use of hook and line, spear fishing and harvesting of shells during new moon are among those that are related to resource conversation. However, he observes that fisherman are also engaged in indigenous destructive and modern extractive fishing methods even of the people are aware of the detrimental effects of these practices for economic reasons.
Revised
Ulluswiskewa (1993) calls this wisdom indigenous knowledge. Castro (1997) cites. Ulluswiskewas comprehensive definition of indigenous knowledge as local knowledge relecting creativity, innovations and skills passed down by oral tradition from generation to generation serves as basis for agriculture, health care, food preparation, education and environmental conservation. Not only tribal but also coastal and hillside communities possess indigenous knowledge. Cardelina (1998) has documented traditional practices in a fishing community of Negros Occidental related to resource conversation such as hook and line fishing, spear fishing and harvesting shells. However, he also observes