How To Write A Strong Literature Review Using AI | Write In 4 Easy Steps

The video script introduces a method to streamline the literature review process using AI platforms. It highlights the overwhelming number of AI products available to assist students with writing tasks and emphasizes the need for efficient tools. The speaker recommends five steps involving different AI platforms, starting with 'Our Discovery,' a free app that automates the delivery of recent research papers based on user-defined topics and preferences. The app allows users to follow specific journals and rank topics, receive notifications for new publications, and export papers directly to reference managers like Mendeley, saving time in the literature search process.

The second paragraph delves into the evaluation and selection of sources using an AI platform called 'Chat PDF.' It is likened to Chat GPT and allows users to upload a PDF and ask questions about the content. The platform provides answers, explanations of figures, and summaries, aiding in the understanding of complex research papers. This tool is particularly useful for new researchers or those new to a topic, as it can clarify difficult concepts and offer insights into the paper's limitations, figures, and overall content.

The script's third paragraph discusses the use of 'Elicit' for identifying themes, gaps in literature, and debates. Elicit enables users to extract data from multiple PDFs and find papers related to specific concepts. It can analyze a set of papers or find new ones based on user queries. The platform provides summaries and references, allowing users to refine their search criteria, such as filtering by publication date or paper type. This tool is instrumental in shaping the direction of a literature review by pinpointing areas of interest and potential gaps in the existing research.

The fourth paragraph introduces 'Jenny.a,' a platform for generating outlines for academic writing. After providing details about the topic, users can request an outline, which Jenny.a constructs based on the information given. The outline serves as a starting point, prompting users to include relevant topics and subtopics in their literature review. The platform can also offer writing recommendations and citation suggestions, streamlining the writing process and ensuring that the final document is well-structured and comprehensive.

The final paragraph of the script focuses on the actual writing of the literature review. It suggests using Microsoft Word in conjunction with a Mendeley add-in for seamless citation management. The script also mentions 'Paperpal,' another platform that can integrate with Word for grammar and punctuation checks. The speaker emphasizes that while different tools may appeal to different individuals, the platforms mentioned in the video are designed to work cohesively, making the writing process efficient and less fragmented. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content and look forward to the next video.