This document discusses key aspects of research methodology, including defining research, the research process, literature reviews, and evaluating different types of research studies. It outlines the main steps in conducting a literature review, including defining the scope, constructing the review, and integrating themes and identifying gaps. It also provides guidance on evaluating different types of research studies based on their objectives and the types of evidence they can provide.

1. Research Methodology Somsak Wongsawass ASEAN Institute for Health Development 4 March 2011

3. The Research Process (Kumar, 2005, p.19)

7. Define scope