 Conduct a Literature Review
A literature review provides basic information about the health practices of an audience and the factors that influence those practices. University, public, and computer libraries and agencies at the community, local, state, and national levels provide information that has been collected about the audience. When conducting a literature search, look beyond and explore what others have found and how others address culture in research. Anthropology, psychology, sociology, intercultural communications, and many other fields will yield valuable secondary quantitative and qualitative data on culture and on how to explore and collect information on an audience's health practices. The literature review should not be limited to books or journal articles. Audiovisuals, such as videotapes, films, television programs, and documentaries can also be valuable sources of information about African-American culture and health practices. Information about African Americans obtained through a literature review provides a basis for further investigation into the dynamics of African-American culture. |
