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1Boote, D.N. and Beile, P. (2005, September). Scholars before researchers: On the centrality of the dissertation literature review in research preparation. JSTOR. Retrieved on Feb. 2, 2024.

Approved by the dean of the College of Doctoral Studies on Feb. 29, 2024.

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