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Assignment 2: Theoretical Perspective and Literature Review For this assignment the student is expected to (a) construct a literature map, (b) identify a theoretical perspective, and (c) write a study-by-study literature review. The following guidelines, along with a review of the chapter titled Reviewing the Literature and the library training, will assist in the completion of this assignment. Literature Map A literature map is a visual presentation of the theory and major sections and subsections related to the problem statement. There are two major types of maps: a hierarchical and circular design. For this assignment you are to construct a hierarchical literature map (see Figure 3.7, p. 96 for example). Use the following diagram below as a starting point: Be sure to include the in-text reference following each of the categories within the map, and then provide the full reference at the end of the assignment. Include a brief introduction to the map. Review the example for further clarification: The literature map illustrates the problem (need), improving teacher self-efficacy in the classroom, as being grounded in Bandura’s (1977) social cognitive theory. Teachers are generally distinguished as novice and experienced. Within this framework, major categories are hierarchically delineated such as burnout, academic achievement, the environment, and job satisfaction. Example map: Theoretical Perspective The theoretical perspective (sometimes referred to as the theoretical framework or foundation) can be located in the discipline-based literature. The theory is typically identified once the student has identified the problem statement and reviews the discipline-based literature for the background and significance of the problem. After examining recent studies that have addressed the problem, one overarching theory should be identified. Use the following script to write out the theoretical perspective: The problem of ___ (problem) is grounded in the ___ (theory and name). This theory was originally developed by ___ (name and year) and was primarily used to study ___ (identify topics where this theory was applied including sources). The theory of ___ (theory name) indicates that ___ (discuss premise and propositions of theory in several sentences). Literature Review A thematic or study-by-study literature review provides a detailed summary of each study as indicated by the major theme represented in the literature map. Each study is presented in a manner that leads the reader to the next study using transitional techniques. Review the examples and descriptions of study-by-study reviews provided in the chapter titled Reviewing the Literature. Identify a minimum of 10 peer-review research articles derived from primary sources. Use only Primary sources and do not use Secondary sources (see Figure below for explanations). Source Definition Example Primary Report of scientific discoveries, experiments, and/or clinical trials. The results are factual, not interpretive. Published results in any refereed journal or book of specific research studies, scientific experiments, or clinical trials. Secondary Analyzes and interprets research results, scientific discoveries. Publications about the significance of research or experiments, clinical trials in magazines, websites, or news media. Use the following guiding points to assist in the presentation of each study: · Include the studies under headings that correspond to the topics from your literature map · Provide a description of the study including the purpose statement · Explain the design and approach to collect the data · Provide a brief summary of the results · Include transitional statements linking one study to the next Following the study-by-study review, a concluding or summary paragraph should be included. Summarize all the major themes and the primary results of the findings. Briefly discuss how the review sets the premise or foundation for the presentation of a purpose statement and research questions. Also, briefly discuss whether or not the ensuing study should be quantitatively or qualitatively oriented. The review should be approximately 5 pages long. Assignment 2: Theoretical Perspective and Literature Review (20 points) Grading Rubric Element Met Partially Met Not Met Literature Map (2 points) The articles are linked in a logical and coherent order; clearly indicating primary and secondary sections of the proposed lit review. Most, but not all, of the articles are linked in a logical and coherent order. Most or all of the articles are not linked in a logical or coherent order. Theoretical Framework (3 points) An appropriate theoretical or conceptual framework is included and discussed clearly. An appropriate theoretical or conceptual framework seems to be provided; however, there are important gaps or ambiguity concerning some elements of the theoretical framework. A theoretical or conceptual framework is not included or is not interpretable. Literature Review -- Overall (5 points) The literature review is well-organized with appropriate transitions from one section to the next. The literature review is deficient in terms of some of its organization. The literature review is not logically organized and hard to interpret. Literature Review -- Readability (5 points) Most of the descriptions of prior empirical studies are sufficiently detailed, including information concerning the quality of the articles when appropriate. The student provides some detail for the empirical studies and attempts to evaluate articles when appropriate; however, some narrative is unclear or leaves out important information needed to interpret the relevance of the sources. The student fails to provide sufficient details for most of the summarized prior work and/or the student uses an excessive number of direct quotes. Sources (3 points) At least 10 peer-reviewed journal articles are included that directly relate to the research problem. The articles are empirically-based and considered primary sources. At least 10 sources are included that directly relate to the research problem. However, some of these articles are not empirically-based or considered primary sources. Most of the sources do not relate to the chosen topic, and/are not peer-reviewed, empirically-based, or considered primary sources. APA Style (2 points) Citations are included and written in correct APA style. Citations are included. There are some minor APA style errors. Citations are not included and/or there are numerous APA style errors. The need to improve teacher self-efficacy in the classroom Experienced Teachers Novice Teachers Social Cognitive Theory (Bandura, 1977, 1997) Teacher Efficacy and Burnout (Skaalvik& Skaalvik, 2010; Egyed & Short, 2006) Antecedents of Teacher Efficacy (Moran & Hoy, 2010) Sources of Efficacy Information e.g., verbal persuasion (Labone, 2004) Job Satisfaction (Blackburn & Robinson, 2010) Collective Teacher Efficacy (Goddard & Goddard, 2006) Academic Achievement (Wheatley, 2002) Conditions and Environment (Schunk & Meece, 2006)