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Process Analysis: Step-By-Step

Jennyfer Carolina Castro Ruiz

Cambridge College of Healthcare and Technology

S1003: English Composition

Professor Gregory Cecere

09/29/2024
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Introduction

Process analysis is a type of writing that explains how to get a specific work or understand a
particular concept. It breaks down difficult tasks into clear, sequence steps, making it easier for
the audience reading the paper to follow along. In this essay, we will define process analysis,
outline guidelines for effective use processes, and provide a step-by-step guide on creating a
successful literature review, illustrating the principles of process analysis in action.

Defining Process Analysis

At its DNA, process analysis serves to clarify an order of actions necessary to accomplish a
goal or complete a task. It can be instructional, guiding the readers through a process, or
explaining how something works. The main purpose is to work on understanding by presenting
information in a logical order or sequence. Therefore, a process analysis could detail how to
conduct a scientific experiment, assist in a surgery, build a house, or, as we will discuss here,
conduct a literature review.

Guidelines for Using Processes

When utilizing process analysis in writing, multiple guidelines can perfection clarity and
effectiveness:
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1. Identify the Audience: Target your explanation towards the audience’s knowledge level.
Consider their familiarity with the theme and adjust the complexity of your language and detail
accordingly. For example: medical terminology to medical students in a medical textbook.

2. Use Clear Language: Avoid slang or complex terminology unless it is necessary. If


technical language is required, provide meanings and synonyms.

3. Organize Logically: Provide steps in a chronological order that makes sense. Use
headings, bold letters, numbers, or bullet points for clarity, if appropriate.

4. Include Troubleshooting Tips: Anticipate potential problems the readers may face and
offer solutions and how to prevent those.

5. Provide Examples: Illustrate points with examples to help clarify abstract concepts or
complex steps so that they can compare it to another thing that they might be more familiar to,
facilitating the experience.

Steps for Conducting a Literature Review

To illustrate our process analysis, here, you will find a step-by-step guide on conducting a
literature review, a critical process for any academic research project:

Step 1: Establish Your Research Question- Start by formulating a clear & specific research
question from the beginning, that way, this will guide your search and help you identify relevant
literature. For ex: the question“What are the impacts of instagram on adolescent mental health?”
provides a straight-forward direction for your review.
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Step 2: Conduct a Full Literature Search- Use academic databases such as Google Scholar,
JSTOR, your online library from your school portal, or even PubMed. Use relevant keywords for
the reader to research on it later on. You could also consider using the free scribr tool online for
the reference page. Always keep a detailed record of your sources to ensure you can reference
them late on here like a link.

Step 3: Evaluate Your Sources Before You Cite Them- Pretty much do an exhaustive search
for each source for credibility and relevance. Consider that Wikipedia is not a trustworthy site as
the Wikipedia info can be edited by anyone. Look for author’s qualifications, the publication
date, and whether the source has undergone others reviews. This step ensures you are building
your review on reliable, true, and accurate information.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, process analysis is an important tool for breaking down difficult tasks into
more understandable and logical steps. By establishing your research question, conducting an
exhaustive search, fact-checking sources, organizing literature, and writing a review, you can
effectively and positively navigate the literature review process. This not only aids in academic
success at school for a homework, but it also contributes to the general understanding of the
research topic to others outside of your classroom.
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References

Fink, A. (2014). Conducting research literature reviews: From the internet to paper (5th
ed.). SAGE Publications.

Booth, A., Colomb, G. G., & Williams, J. M. (2008). The craft of research (3rd ed.).
University of Chicago Press.

Machi, L. A., & McEvoy, B. T. (2016). The literature review: Six steps to success (3rd
ed.). Corwin Press.

Pears, R., & Shields, G. (2019). Cite them right: The essential referencing guide (11th ed.).
Red Globe Press.

Higgins, J. P. T., & Green, S. (Eds.). (2011). Cochrane handbook for systematic reviews of
interventions (version 5.1.0). The Cochrane Collaboration.
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