Conceptual theoretical framework
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The document discusses conceptual frameworks and provides guidance on how to write one. It emphasizes that a conceptual framework should [1] logically grow out of the literature review, [2] lead to the methodology and rationale, and [3] connect to all aspects of the inquiry. It also recommends [3] using APA heading levels to present the components of the conceptual framework in an organized, hierarchical manner.
Conceptual theoretical framework
- 1. 10/16/2010 Conceptual (Theoretical) Frameworks Conceptual/Theoretical Organizers Framework The key ideas that organize and shape October 16 2010 16, your thinking thinking. A Conceptual (Theoretical) Conceptual (Theoretical) Framework Framework Should grow logically out of your literature Conceptual frameworks attempt to review. connect to all aspects of inquiry (e.g., Should lead to your methodology and provide problem definition, purpose, literature a rationale for why you are proceeding in a review, methodology, review methodology data collection and particular way. analysis). Conceptual frameworks should act like maps that give coherence to your inquiry. Put Another Way… A Sample Conceptual A Conceptual Framework… Framework Explains key constructs and terms, introduces or clarifies any theoretical models Situates your work within prior theory and research on the question. Identifies the phenomena you propose to analyze and the justification for studying them. 1
- 2. 10/16/2010 Academic Disciplines Are… Writing a Conceptual Framework Begin with an introductory paragraph introducing the elements of the THEORY Communities (Ideology Discourse conceptual framework. Epistemology) E i t l ) of Communities Practice PRACTICE Conclude with a summation that (Pedagogy) helps review the need for your study and transitions to the methodology you will use. 7 Formatting Can Help You Conceptual Framework Think! When purpose and framework are Use APA levels of headers to present aligned, other aspects of the research the components of your conceptual such as methodological choices and framework. statistical techniques become simpler to identify. Why did you approach your problem in THIS particular way? Using Levels of Headers Using Levels of Headers Heading Levels use formatting to APA heading style has 5 formatting styles communicate a hierarchy of ideas for Based on level of subordination readers. Page 62 Topics of equal importance should have f BUT…NO BUT NO BOLD within the MS!!! (Thi is a ithi th (This i same heading level throughout a MS. requirement of Graduate Studies, not APA.) So…for your dissertation, use modified APA! 2
- 3. 10/16/2010 APA Heading Levels For Example…Chapter 1 1. Centered, Uppercase and Lowercase Chapter Titles = Level 1 (Centered, Heading Uppercase and Lowercase Heading) Introduction 2. Flush Left, Uppercase and Lowercase Heading Problem Statement Purpose and Significance 3. Indented, lowercase paragraph heading Research Questions with a period. Overview of Methodology Limitations and Delimitations 4. Indented, italicized, lowercase paragraph Organization of the Dissertation heading with a period. For Example…Chapter 1 For Example…Chapter 2 Title = Level 1 (Centered, Uppercase and Title = Level 1 Lowercase Heading) Introduction: Heading optional Introduction: Heading optional Review of Literature = Level 2 Problem Statement = Level 2 Sub headings that group your sources Level 3 sources--Level Purpose and Significance = Level 2 Theoretical/ conceptual framework = Level 2 Research Questions = Level2 Sub headings that group the parts of your framework= Level 3 Overview of Methodology = Level 2 Summary = Level 2 Limitations and Delimitations = Level 2 Organization of the Dissertation = Level 2 Conceptual Framework Subheadings Suggestion! Are your categories tied to the research Find and read several conceptual/ theoretical questions? frameworks in Ed.D. leadership dissertations Do you have at least one category per to get a sense of how they might look. research question? Are your descriptors based on the literature? Do they make sense? Did you forget any descriptors? Are your descriptors in the best order? 3