Theoretical Framework and Conceptual Framework

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Theoretical Framework

and Conceptual
framework of Research
paper.
Lawrenze Cuenca Gelera
BSED Social Studies 3
Theoretical Framework

 The theoretical framework is the structure that can hold or support a theory of a
research study. The theoretical framework introduces and describes the theory which
explains why the research problem under study exists.
 Consists of concepts, together with their definitions, and existing theory/theories that
are used for your particular study.
 The theoretical framework is not something that is found readily available in the
literature.
Strategies for Developing the
Theoretical Framework
Developing the Framework.*
 Examine your thesis title and research problem.
 Brainstorm on what you consider to be the key variables in your research.
 Review related literature
 List the constructs and variables
 Review the key social science theories
 Discuss the assumptions or propositions

 A theoretical framework is used to limit the scope of the relevant data.


 A complete theoretical framework will likely not emerge until after you have completed a thorough review
of the literature.
In writing this part of your research
paper, keep in mind the following:
 Clearly describe the framework, concepts, models, or specific theories that
underpin your study.
 Position your theoretical framework within a broader context of related
frameworks, concepts, models, or theories.
 The present tense is used when writing about theory.
 You should make your theoretical assumptions as explicit as possible
 Don’t just take what the theory says as a given!
What is a conceptual framework?

 Is a visual representation in research that helps to illustrate the expected


relationship between cause and effect.
 Illustrates the expected relationship between your variables. It defines the
relevant objectives for your research process and maps out how they come
together to draw coherent conclusions.
Thank you.

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