Theory and Research

Question 1

Scientific Theory of Development

Answer 1

A set of logically related concepts and statements that seeks to describe, explain,and predict development and the kinds of behavior that might occur under certain conditions.

Question 2

Theory

Answer 2

A set of related assumptions that allows scientists to use logical deductive reasoning to formulate testable hypotheses.

Question 3

Hypotheses

Answer 3

Explanations and predictions that can be tested by further research.

Question 4

Theory and its Relatives

Answer 4

Theory and Philosophy
Theory and Speculations
Theory and Hypothesis
Theory and Taxonomy
Theory and Science

Question 5

Theory and Philosophy

Answer 5

Philosophy seeks for wisdom, it perceives knowledge in a broader perspective.Theory is a much more narrower term.

Question 6

Theory and Speculations

Answer 6

Speculations are not considered a theory for most of the time it is single and isolated. Hence, theory can be of relative to speculations if it is reliable and can be refuted.

Question 7

Theory and Hypothesis

Answer 7

A theory is a narrower concept than Philosophy but in the context of hypothesis, it is a broader term.

Question 8

Theory and Taxonomy

Answer 8

Taxonomy is a mere classification. Hence, it can evolve into a theory when it generates research findings and testable hypotheses.

Question 9

Theory and Science

Answer 9

A theory is a useful tool employed by scientists to give meaning and organization to observations.

Question 10

What makes a theory useful?

Answer 10

It generates research
It organizes data
It guides action
It is falsifiable
It is internally consistent
It is parsimonious