It convinces readers that the study is not based on the personal instincts of the researcher but rather on established theory gathered via credible studies. Simon and Goes (2011) as well as Maxwell (2004) avers that theoretical frameworks deepen the essence of the study. The theoretical framework guides the kind of data to be collected (Lester, 2005). The theoretical framework guides and must resonates with every aspect of the research (Statement of the problem, Literature Review, Methodology, Presentation and Discussion of Findings).Ħ Importance of Theoretical Framework in Research It provides a common worldview or lens from which to support one’s thinking on the problem and analysis of data (Grant & Osanloo, 2014). It guides a researcher’s choice of research design and data analysis plan. It normally serves as the focus for the research study and it is linked to the research problem under study.ĥ Importance of Theoretical Framework in Research It provides the structure to define how a researcher defines his/her study philosophically, epistemologically, methodology and analytically (Grant & Osanloo, 2014). Make a unique application of the selected theory so as to apply the theoretical constructs to his/her dissertation study.Ĥ Importance of Theoretical Framework in Research It consists of theoretical principles, constructs, concepts, and tenants of a theory (Grant & Osanloo, 2014). The relevant theory or theories that underpin the knowledge base of the phenomenon to be researched. Brondizio, Leemans, and Solecki (2014) contend that it is the specific theory or theories about aspects of human endeavour that can be useful to the study of events.Īll aspects of the dissertation research should connect to the theoretical framework (Grant & Osanloo, 2014). Sinclair (2007) compares the role of the theoretical framework to that of a map or travel plan.

It serves as the foundation upon which a research is constructed. It is ‘borrowed’ by the researcher to build his/her own house. It is the ‘blueprint’ or guide for a research (Grant & Osanloo, 2014). Presentation on theme: 'Theoretical Framework and Conceptual Framework: Rudiments of A Good Research Dickson Adom.'- Presentation transcript:ġ Theoretical Framework and Conceptual Framework: Rudiments of A Good Research

Choosing a theoretical framework