Evidence Mapping and Critical Literature Review
Equips participants to conduct structured, critical reviews of academic and grey literature, map evidence, and identify knowledge gaps in a policy-informed and culturally relevant way. For researchers, academic writers, programme officers, and policy analysts.
About This Course
This module provides participants with the knowledge and tools to conduct structured, critical, and purpose-driven reviews of both academic and grey literature. It emphasizes the importance of engaging with peer-reviewed journals, scholarly publications, and regional knowledge systems to situate research within existing evidence and debates. The module also introduces practical techniques for evidence mapping, identifying knowledge gaps, and synthesizing diverse sources in a culturally relevant and policy-informed manner.
Key Competencies Developed
Identifying and accessing peer-reviewed academic journals and scholarly sources
Conducting systematic and thematic literature reviews
Mapping evidence and knowledge gaps in relation to research questions
Applying safeguarding principles in research practice
Assessing the credibility, relevance, and limitations of various types of literature
Integrating academic and grey literature into coherent analytical frameworks
Synthesizing findings to inform research, programming, or advocacy strategies
Professional Relevance
This module provides participants with the knowledge and tools to conduct structured, critical, and purpose-driven reviews of both academic and grey literature. It emphasizes the importance of engaging with peer-reviewed journals, scholarly publications, and regional knowledge systems to situate research within existing evidence and debates. The module also introduces practical techniques for evidence mapping, identifying knowledge gaps, and synthesizing diverse sources in a culturally relevant and policy-informed manner.
