Assignment:
Workplace Barriers facing Black Caribbean Women in the United States
This chapter reviews what has already been written in the field on the topic of the research. The literature cited should support the theoretical argument being made and demonstrate that the author has a grasp of the major ideas and findings that pertain to his or her topic. Refer to APA manual for additional information concerning literature reviews.
1. Historical Background
a. Put things in perspective. This is more than just a chronology and does not necessarily have to include every detail since day one.
b. What are the major issues, controversies, etc. that impact your study. Include background on all relevant variables.
2. Theory Relevant to Research Questions/Hypotheses.
a. What theoretical models/perspectives inform your research?
b. Compare, and contrast competing theories and justify the theoretical foundation of the dissertation.
c. Describe how the theoretical foundation of the dissertation applies to the problem.