Conceptual and Theoretical Framework Flashcards
1
Q
What does RESEARCH FRAMEWORK do?
A
- clearly illustrates the structure of the research plan
- helps formulate research questions
2
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What is a THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK?
A
- based on time-tested theories
- broad
- reviews theories to identify gaps
3
Q
What type of framework is not readily available in literature?
A
theoretical
4
Q
What is conceptual framework also known as?
A
research paradigm
5
Q
What is CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK?
A
a set of specific ideas that explains interrelationships
6
Q
What does conceptual framework demonstrate?
A
researchers’ understanding of how the variables are interconnected
7
Q
How does one construct a conceptual framework?
A
- Choose a topic
- Review related literatures
- Identify variables
- Generate conceptual framework
8
Q
Why are research frameworks important?
A
- explains why problem exists
- serves as a guideline
- leads to new concepts
- identifies the focus of the study
