Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion
Quarter 1 – Module 2: Identifying the Problem and
Asking the Question
LESSON 2: CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
Researchers create and generate theoretical and conceptual frameworks that
comprise a philosophical and methodological model to help and aid to design their
work.
A Conceptual Framework is an analytical tool with several variations and contexts
that can be applied in different categories of work where an overall picture is needed
to come up with the desired goal. It is necessary to make conceptual and theoretical
distinctions and organize ideas. Strong and resilient conceptual frameworks capture
and apprehend something real and do this in a way that is easy to remember and
apply.
The theoretical and conceptual frameworks provide evidence of academic standards
and procedures that validates the authenticity of the study. They also proposed an
explanation and clarification of why the study is relevant and how the researcher
expects to fill the gap in the literature.
How to create a Conceptual Framework
A conceptual framework is a bit like a recipe or a blueprint. It provides an outline of how
you plan to conduct the research of your thesis, but it goes further than that by also
positioning your work within the larger field of research.
Conduct a Literature Review
Before you can have your research, you need to understand and comprehend
what research has already been conducted on your topic of interest and
curiosity. Conducting a literature review can help you to refine your central
argument or hypothesis. You must also conduct and gather the literature review
to be able to place and organize your work within the larger and greater area of
study in your conceptual framework. Your framework should present the
relevant research ad show how your work will help to advance the field.
Create a Flow Chart
Conceptual frameworks are frequently visual and allow those reading the
framework to understand the course of your research. You can present this in
whatever way makes the most sense for your work, which can include a flow chart,
mind gap or diagram. In every component of your research, you should showcase
the variables that influence it.
Write a Narrative
Conceptual frameworks don’t have to include a diagram or graphic. You can
always present the same information and evidence by writing a narrative. Your
narrative should recap the variables influencing your research and explore how
they may change the hypothesis. The narrative should also explain and
enlighten the basic methodology for your research. If you include a diagram in
your conceptual framework, a narrative should also be included explaining
these details for those who prefer more in-depth information. Bolded headers
to separate the sections of your narrative and to create a visual order of
information.
Return and Revise
As you begin your research, you may discover that certain elements of your
conceptual framework are no longer needed. You will discover new variables,
or you may identify that your hypothesis is incorrect. You may discover
additional research that challenges your theory and ideas. You should return to
your framework and revise it if necessary.
SAMPLE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM:
Independent Variable Dependent Variable
Demographic Profile of the
respondents in terms of:
Age:
Academic Achievement of 4Ps
Gender:
Grade Level: Pupils - Recipients
Occupation of the parents:
Monthly income of the parents:
Interactive Method:
Fig. 1 Schematic Diagram showing the perimeter of the study
Activity 1: Create your own Schematic Diagram.
LESSON 3: RESEARCH HYPOTHESIS
Research Hypothesis is vital to all research endeavors, whether qualitative or
quantitative, exploratory or explanatory.
In developing a testable research hypothesis, it takes skill, however, along with careful
attention to how the proposed research method treats the development and testing of
hypotheses.
The hypothesis in your study, you are predicting the relationship between two
variables.
Following are some hints for the formulation of your hypothesis.
Be certain to read on the subject matter to explain with it before making a final
decision
As noted, a research hypothesis is more than just a topic. It has two elements
(variables) that are in relation to each other. Your hypothesis is what you
propose to “prove” by your research. As an outcome of your research, you will
arrive at a conclusion, a theory, or understanding that will be useful or
applicable beyond the research itself.
Avoid judgmental and critical words in your hypothesis.
Your hypothesis must involve an issue or question that cannot be answered
exclusively by the discipline of law.
Be certain that each term if your hypothesis is clearly understood and defined,
do not deal in generalities or assume that the reader knows the meaning of the
technical term.
Specify, if appropriate, whether you will be dealing with state or federal law or both
on a comparative basis if appropriate.
Know that your hypothesis may change over time as your research progresses.
You must obtain the teacher’s approval of your hypothesis, as well as any
modifications to your hypothesis, before proceeding with any work on the topic. You
will be expressing your hypothesis in 3 ways:
As a one-sentence hypothesis.
As a research question.
As a title for your paper.
Your hypothesis will be part of your research proposal.
Sample on Research Hypothesis:
Example:
Question:
Does taking aspirin everyday reduce the chance of having a heart attack?
Null Hypothesis:
Taking aspirin daily does not affect heart attack risk.
What’s More
Writing Exercise: Make your Research Hypothesis
Directions: Go back on the sample given. Based on the topic that you’ve chosen, write a
statement on the Research Hypothesis on your chosen topic.
Question:
Research Hypothesis:
Be certain that each term if your hypothesis is clearly understood and defined,
do not deal in generalities or assume that the reader knows the meaning of the
technical term.
Specify, if appropriate, whether you will be dealing with state or federal law or both
on a comparative basis if appropriate.
Know that your hypothesis may change over time as your research progresses.
You must obtain the teacher’s approval of your hypothesis, as well as any
modifications to your hypothesis, before proceeding with any work on the topic. You
will be expressing your hypothesis in 3 ways:
As a one-sentence hypothesis.
As a research question.
As a title for your paper.
Your hypothesis will be part of your research proposal.
Sample on Research Hypothesis:
Example:
Question:
Does taking aspirin everyday reduce the chance of having a heart attack?
Null Hypothesis:
Taking aspirin daily does not affect heart attack risk.
What’s More
Writing Exercise: Make your Research Hypothesis
Directions: Go back on the sample given. Based on the topic that you’ve chosen, write a
statement on the Research Hypothesis on your chosen topic.
Question:
Research Hypothesis:
