literature-review-planner

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured framework and tools to systematically plan, conduct, and synthesize academic literature reviews, ensuring methodological rigor and comprehensive coverage.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Review Type Selection: Guides users to choose the most appropriate review methodology (e.g., Systematic, Scoping, Narrative).
• Search Strategy Development: Assists in building robust search queries using PICO/PEO frameworks and Boolean logic.
• Source Evaluation: Offers critical appraisal tools and quality assessment frameworks for evaluating study validity.
• Synthesis Frameworks: Provides methods like thematic and chronological synthesis for integrating findings.
• Use Case: A researcher needs to conduct a systematic review on the effectiveness of a new therapeutic intervention. This Skill will help them define their PICO question, develop a comprehensive search strategy for multiple databases, select appropriate appraisal tools, and structure their findings.

Quick Start

Use the literature-review-planner skill to help me choose the right review type for a project investigating the impact of remote work on employee productivity.