A critical literature review of dyadic web‐based interventions to support cancer patients and their caregivers, and directions for future research

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 38-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xingjuan Luo ◽  
Lihong Gao ◽  
Jieyu Li ◽  
Yi Lin ◽  
Jie Zhao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Critical Literature

China in Africa: a critical literature review

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 40-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdoulkadre Ado ◽  
Zhan Su
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Empirical Support ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Academic Literature ◽  
Current State ◽  
Comprehensive Literature Review ◽  
Critical Literature

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to critically assesses the major contributions to the academic literature on China’s increased focus on Africa, from 2001 to 2011. It discusses the key trends concerning China’s presence in Africa and draws conclusions on the significance of the studies by emphasizing and contrasting the prevailing positions. Design/methodology/approach – Based on a qualitative approach using an integrative and comprehensive literature review, the authors performed a content analysis of high-impact, peer-reviewed papers. Findings – The paper questions and repositions some of the existing controversies. The results from existing studies remain questionable, requiring further clarification and more theoretical backing. It, moreover, highlights the notion that behind the explicit neutrality views of China’s presence in Africa, implicit assumptions may exist. These are often the differences in narratives conveyed by Western and Southern stakeholders. Research limitations/implications – Most of the conclusions drawn from this paper need to be re-explored and supported by additional research. This could be done by widening the scope of the analysis. Studies need to provide more empirical support for their assertions through quantitative data and evidence-based qualitative analyses – all within a framework that considers more cultural, social and historical dimensions. The paper also suggests that an institutionally based view appears most relevant in better explaining China in Africa. Originality/value – This paper reviews a decade of research on China in Africa and presents a snapshot of the current state of knowledge. It also raises concerns to be analyzed by future research and proposes new avenues for better understanding China’s presence in Africa.

scholarly journals On providing systematized access to consolidated principles, guidelines and patterns for usable security research and development†

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter L Gorski ◽  
Emanuel von Zezschwitz ◽  
Luigi Lo Iacono ◽  
Matthew Smith
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Research And Development ◽  
Design Patterns ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Usable Security ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Security Research ◽  
The Web

Abstract We present a systematization of usable security principles, guidelines and patterns to facilitate the transfer of existing knowledge to researchers and practitioners. Based on a literature review, we extracted 23 principles, 11 guidelines and 47 patterns for usable security and identified their interconnection. The results indicate that current research tends to focus on only a subset of important principles. The fact that some principles are not yet addressed by any design patterns suggests that further work on refining these patterns is needed. We developed an online repository, which stores the harmonized principles, guidelines and patterns. The tool enables users to search for relevant guidance and explore it in an interactive and programmatic manner. We argue that both the insights presented in this article and the web-based repository will be highly valuable for students to get a good overview, practitioners to implement usable security and researchers to identify areas of future research.

scholarly journals Informal Sector Taxation and Enforcement in African Countries: How plausible and achievable are the motives behind? A Critical Literature Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 72-97
Author(s):  
Favourate Y Sebele Mpofu
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Informal Sector ◽  
Literature Search ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Decent Work ◽  
Formal Sector ◽  
African Countries ◽  
State Accountability ◽  
Critical Literature

Abstract Taxation is a fundamental tool for revenue generation, economy building and sustainability, reducing market externalities, regulating trade, stimulating representation and achieving tax justice as well as building state accountability and responsiveness. The informal sector in developing countries has been considered a hindrance to effective domestic revenue mobilisation, hence the rejuvenated focus to bring the sector into the tax baskets. Through a critical literature review, this study sought to identify the varying motivations tabled by the various stakeholders (policymakers, scholars and tax administrators) in literature on the need to administer tax on this sector and to strengthen enforcement and to evaluate the plausibility of these motives critically. Literature search was done through Google scholar and this was also aided by snowballing. The motives were aggregated into five major groups: the magnitude of the sector and revenue implications, growth motive, the governance gains, equity considerations and the boosting of tax morale and compliance in the formal sector. This study, therefore, conducted a profound evaluative analysis of literature on these motivations, pinpointing any voids that future research could address and accordingly sought to contribute to the guidance offered to policymakers on how to improve IS taxation. In order to balance the mobilisation of revenue needs and the sector’s contribution to other government objectives such as those outlined in the United Nations Sustainable Goals 1, 8 and 10 on poverty, decent work and economic growth, and reduced inequalities, governments and policymakers need to make an informed analysis.

scholarly journals Evolution to Emergence of Green Buildings: A Review

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jam Khan ◽  
Rozana Zakaria ◽  
Siti Shamsudin ◽  
Nur Abidin ◽  
Shaza Sahamir ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Sustainable Development Goals ◽  
Green Buildings ◽  
Future Research ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Tools And Techniques ◽  
Development Perspective ◽  
Critical Literature

“Green Buildings” are essential in being responsive to the challenges of climate change and global warming while inhibiting natural resources degradation. This demand requires specific attention to increase the adoption of green-certified buildings within the construction industry. Innovative tools and techniques are needed to meet global challenges and strategies set for Sustainable Development Goals of 2030 agenda. This paper provides an intensive review of the evolution of green buildings from a sustainable development perspective which investigates the current global adoption of green buildings. Systematic Literature Review (SLR) and Selective Critical Literature Review Analysis (SCLRA) methodologies were adopted focusing on the content analysis to develop more in-depth knowledge. The scope of this study enlightens the sustainable development goals and initiatives. This paper highlighted that there is still inadequate adoption of green buildings and their rating tools on a significant basis in developing countries. This research adds a method towards the better understanding of green buildings and current scenarios that shall be considered for future research.

scholarly journals Effect of Audit Committee characteristics on Audit Quality: A Critical Literature Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Alaallah A. M. Sharhan ◽  
Chandan Bora
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Audit Committee ◽  
Audit Quality ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Quality Factors ◽  
Research Gaps ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Critical Literature

Purpose: The aim of the paper is to present a critical literature review of the impact of audit committee characteristics (ACCs) on audit quality and to identify any research gaps in the field of audit quality. The aim is also to establish, if any, research gaps in the area of audit quality and to recommend any for potential research.  Approach/Methodology/Design: The methodology of this study is a review of literature on audit committee characteristics and audit quality. A number of research articles were analyzed. Findings: The results of this review of literature revealed that audit committee size, audit committee meeting, and audit committee financial expertise have main effects on  the audit quality in the public and private sectors. Practical Implications: This review article gives an opportunity to auditors, management of audit offices and other stakeholders to better understand the pillars of audit quality, factors, and framework to reinforce the quality of the financial statements. This literature review contributes to better understanding of the role of the audit committee in financial statements. It provides researchers in the field with insights and new perspectives. Originality/value: The paper identifies certain gaps and highlights the effect of effective audit committee on regulating and improving the finance department of any institution. The study also contributes to the operating organization of knowledge on the audit quality, dimensions of audit quality, and governing frameworks. It emphasizes the audit committee’s effectiveness and also presents an opportunity to both researchers and the finance sector for potential future research.

scholarly journals Chinese International Students’ Sense of Belonging in North American Postsecondary Institutions: A Critical Literature Review

2019 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 48-63
Author(s):  
Jia Chen ◽  
George Zhou
Keyword(s):  
International Students ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
North American ◽  
Sense Of Belonging ◽  
Social Performance ◽  
Postsecondary Institutions ◽  
Chinese International Students ◽  
Future Research ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Critical Literature

Since 2000, an increasing number of Chinese international students have been entering North American universities, and many have experienced issues with a sense of belonging, which can in turn impact their academic, social performance, and psychological wellbeing. However, there is limited research on this topic that is exclusively focused on Chinese international students. Therefore, in order to establish the direction that future research should take, a thorough literature review has been conducted with the aim of exploring those students’ perceptions and experiences regarding sense of belonging, establishing the factors that shape this phenomenon, and identifying the impact it has on students and institutions. 

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