Conceptual and Theoretical Framework

This framework is considered to be the logical masterplan of your reseach.

• Conceptual Framework

• Theoretical Framework

• Hypothetical Framework

• Research Framework

In Dr. Kivunja's analogy of the 2 research framework, he described the ____ framework as the entirety of the house and the __ framework as a specific room in the house.

• research, conceptual

• research, theoretical

• theoretical, conceptual

• conceptual, theoretical (correct answer)

How do we create our conceptual framework?

• through experimentation through comprehensive review of literature

• through interviews through analysis of data

Conceptual framework is often represented by:

• a visual or diagram

• an equation

• a painting

• a pdf

This is a set of interrelated concepts, definitions, and propositions that present a systematic view of phenomena by specifying relations among variables, with the purpose of explaining and predicting the occurences

• Framework

• Theoretical

• Research

• Theory

A Theoretical Framework is NOT....

• Blueprint or guide for a research

• a summary of your own thoughts about your research.

Comprises other people’s theoretical perspectives

• Theoretical Framework

• Conceptual Framework

• Concept

• Theory

How do you develop a Theoretical Framework?

• Research, Review, Synthesize, Analyze

• Research, Rephrase, Pick, Analyze

• Review, Research, Pick, Synthesize

• Research, Pick, Review, Synthesize

There are a couple of reasons as to why a Theoretical Framework is important. Three of which are the following EXCEPT

• Justifies findings and recommendations

• Provides a structure

• Discusses personal opinions clearly

• Improves dependability

In research, this is the backbone to support the ideas that you will be presenting

• Research Framework

• Research Scaffolding

• Theoretical Framework

• Conceptual Framework