Conceptual Framework and Review of Related Literature

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What is a research framework?

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A research framework illustrates the structure or blueprint of the research plan and helps the researcher formulate relevant research questions.

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What are the two types of research frameworks?

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Theoretical framework and conceptual framework.

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What is a theoretical framework?

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A theoretical framework is commonly used for studies that anchor on time-tested theories that relate the findings of the investigation to the underpinning relevant theory of knowledge.

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What is a conceptual framework?

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A conceptual framework refers to the actual ideas, beliefs, and tentative theories that specifically support the study.

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What are the similarities between theoretical and conceptual frameworks?

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1. Provide an overall view of the research study. 2. Anchor a theory that supports the study. 3. Guide in developing relevant research questions/objectives. 4. Help justify assumptions/hypothesis. 5. Aid in choosing appropriate methodology. 6. Help in gathering and interpreting data. 7. Guide in identifying possible threats to validity.

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What is the Input-Process-Output Model (IPO)?

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The IPO Model is a conceptual paradigm that indicates the inputs, required process, and the output.

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What is the difference between operational and conceptual definitions?

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Conceptual definition is based on how the term is defined in the dictionary, while operational definition is based on how the term is used in the study.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a tentative statement about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What are the types of research hypotheses?

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1. Simple Hypothesis 2. Complex Hypothesis 3. Empirical Hypothesis 4. Logical Hypothesis 5. Statistical Hypothesis 6. Null Hypothesis 7. Alternative Hypothesis.

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What is a null hypothesis?

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A null hypothesis states that there is no relationship between the independent and dependent variables.