Start with Theory (Chapter 2). Visualize your Concepts (Chapter 3). Merge them in Discussion (Chapter 5).
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The Mistake: Putting your theoretical framework in your results chapter. Start with Theory (Chapter 2)
| | Theoretical Framework | Conceptual Framework | | --- | --- | --- | | | Provides a lens to examine a research problem | Provides a visual representation of relationships between concepts | | Scope | Based on existing theories and concepts | Based on theoretical and conceptual understanding of the research problem | | Nature | Abstract and general | Concrete and specific | | Function | Guides the development of research questions and hypotheses | Helps to identify gaps in current knowledge and develop research objectives | | | Theoretical Framework | Conceptual Framework |