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One of the frequently asked questions in Thesis/Research Coach of this blog is how to develop a framework — conceptual and theeoretical — for a thesis outline. Here’s the advice I have always given my own thesis students …
A framework is simply the structure of the research idea or concept and how it is put together. A conceptual framework elaborates the research problem in relation to relevant literature. This section may summarize the major (dependent and independent) variables in your research. The framework may be summarized in a schematic diagram that presents the major variables and their hypothesized relationships. It should also cover the following:
- Existing research and its relevance for your topic
- Key ideas or constructs in your approach
- Identify and discuss the variables related to the problem.
- Conceptualized relationships between variables
- Present a schematic diagram of the relationships between key variables and discuss the relationship of the elements/variables
- Statement of hypotheses
Independent variables (presumed cause)
Dependent variables (presumed effect)
Intervening variables (other variables that influence the effect of the independent variable)
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ma’am help me to make my framework because i need this week… thank you in advance and merry Christmas.
jrdhm, read the post on developing a theoretical framework right here in Devcompage.
thank you very much to your guide on how to do the conceptual framework it is really a big help to our theis now we know how to make a conceptual framework thank you again .. Gid Bless… Good Day….
Dear Madam
i am really happy to see your blog i am a sri lankan doing MBA my topic for dissertation is factors influencing buying decisions of sri lankan cinnamon importors can you give an idea for Conceptual framework for this .
thanks
Tiron, read my post on developing the conceptual framework right here in Devcompage. Use the search button to get to that post.
thanks
I’m rwandan doing MBA at Kampala International University, I thank you so much for your guide related to conceptual framework; it is helpful. May God bless U
madam good day…may i ask for a suggestion regarding the appropriate conceptual framework for my research entitled, “Rites of Passage” as Educational Acculturation in a Maritime Educational Institution…
thnx madam
Cyril, only you can put together your conceptual framework. First, take note of the key variables in your research — independent and dependent, and intervening, if any. Note the relationships between these variables. Voila! You have a conceptual framework. I have written a post on how to develop a conceptual framework right here in Devcompage. Read it first.
madam can i ask you a dependent variable for a thesis study about pantawid pamilyang pilipino program ? thankyou
Nashralyn, what is your research question or problem? What is your understanding of dependent and independent variables?
Would you kindly help in in developing a conceptual framework
“An examination of the effectiveness of customer relationship management as a performance improvement tool in service industry
ma’am help me to make my conceptual framework ,i need this tommorow… its about resort and events .my course is Hospitality Management .thank maaam .
rjhoy, this site is about development communication, mass communication or communication arts. Besides, you need to be clear about your research problem to be able to put together a conceptual framework.
Tx for thjs.how can i develop a conceptual frawork for a topic like the economic effect of strikes?
Esther, it is quite easy but to develop a conceptual framework on the economic effect of strikes, you have to note the key variables in your research. Read how to develop the conceptual framework as well as examples from the various summaries of theses presented in Devcompage.
thanks for the tips ma’am:)
I’m working on a research on comm’n, however using the systems approach in the research, I find it hard to draw my conceptual framework.I guess I need to be certain of my research objectives before drawing the conceptaual framework.
by the way whats the difference between conceptual framework and analytical framework, is it necessary to have the two in a research?
mam, please help to construct a diagram in conceptual framework. we have 3 variables. what is the correct flow of our study? our independent variable is parenting style and our two independent variable is psycho-social adjustmet and inferiority complex. tnx!!
I want to extend my gratitude to your website because of its great help to students like me who is doing thesis… i find your articles to be of great help especially the samples which are simple and easy to understand…
I am a theology student but i do some thesis for a sideline… thank you very much guys… May God bless you always…
i’m still confused. i really don’t get it, how can i formulate theoretical/conceptual framework in a topic like “Teacher absenteeism among Junior High Schools in a community”. i’m an M. Phil(Soc Stds)in Univ. of Education,Winneba, Ghana.
Zth, read “developing the conceptual framework” right here in Devcompage to give you some idea. The analytical framework is in your Methodology where you state how you will analyze your data — what research design you will use, measurement, etc.
Jay, it is east to draw a diagram. The independent variables (presumed cause) are placed on the left hand side and the dependent variables (presumed effect) are on the right side. Then, based on your conceptual framework (what you think are the likely relationships between parenting style and psycho-social adjustment and inferiority complex, you place an arrow. Good luck.
Good pm, please help me make my CF, my topic is “Assessment of Agrarian Reform Community (ARC)Cooperatives as partner in rural development. Can you help me the soonest possible time.
Thanks
BB
Belen, as a teacher, I would like students to learn. So I don’t do their homework. I suggest you draft your conceptual framework and send it to me for comments.
ahm.. ma’am how does conceptual framework differ from conceptual paradigm.. what are the things under each category,. im confused.. by the way,, thanks in advance..:))
Shayne, the term “conceptual framework” in used in scientific research. Conceptual paradigm is broader than conceptual framework. In the “The Structure of Scientific Revolutions”, Thomas Kuhn defines a scientific paradigm as: “universally recognized scientific achievements that, for a time, provide model problems and solutions for a community of researchers”. To Khun, it refers to the set of practices that define a scientific discipline at any particular period of time.
hello!…what can be my conceptual framework for my thesis which is about “AN AUDIENCE PROFILE OF CHURCH-GOERS IN OUR COMMUNITY” ………honestly im confused between theoretical framework and conceptual framework..whats the differece? and what should i use for my thesis, theoretical framework or conceptual framework?….thank you!
hello!…what can be my conceptual framework for my thesis which is about “AN AUDIENCE PROFILE OF CHURCH-GOERS IN OUR COMMUNITY” ………honestly im confused between theoretical framework and conceptual framework..whats the differece? and what should i use for my thesis, theoretical framework or conceptual framework?….these are the objectives of the study?1.) Determine the socio-demographic profiles of the respondents;
2) determine the types of religious communication materials used by the parishioners;
3) Determine the reasons on why the parishioners use such religious communication materials; and
4) Identify the benefits they get from the religious communication materials
thank you!
–ill also be adding ‘analytical framework’ in my question..so, which one should i make? conceptual framework?theoretical framework, or analytical framework?
thank you
Vanessa, you can find the answer to your questions by reading my posts on developing the conceptual and theoretical framework. There are also several posts on students’ devcom theses where the theoretical and conceptual frameworks are presented. You can get the drift of how these frameworks are written. Good luck.
I’m working on democracy and economic growth. Plz help me to formulate a conceptual framework? I’m confused. I’ve to submit my proposal next week.
Yasmeen, this site is on development communication.
Pls help me to develop a CF on- Influence of psychosocial factors and efficacy of behavioural techniques of sexual risk behaviour among adolescents. Tanks
what are the steps in developing a scale?
Thanks for your comments, I am doing MA in Cooperative and Community Development, my Topic for research is ” The contribution of Kilimanjaro National Park in improving the livelihoods of adjacent Communities”. Please would you help me to show a conceptual framework diagram how it suppose to be by showing the three Variables( dependent, independent and intervening). thanks!
goodevening mam i am really trying my best to think of the dependent variable or the presumed effect of my research which is ”difficulties in language and grammar usagein english of first year students of ACC” can you give me an example in mt dependent variable if my indpendent is the demographics profile (age,gender etc.)please help me mam, our teacher is irresponsible enough not to each us how to do research and the deadline’s next week. i hope u could really help me. God Bless.
Ma. Leonica, here are the answers:
dependent variable: difficulties in language and English grammar usage
independent variable: demographic profile (age, gender etc.)
Your research is about looking at the relationship between demographic profile of first year students and their difficulties in language and English grammar usage. Your next step is to find a reliable measure of difficulties in language and English grammar usage. I hope I was able to help you.
good day mam, I’m Kenneth Barrientos. I’m doing my undergraduate thesis for BS Environmental Science entitled: “Practices and Knowledge on Environmental and health Hazards of Pesticides used by the farmers” can you give me the dependent and independent variables for this? I’m hoping for your positive response.Thank you very much:)
good day mam, can you please give me the independent and dependent variables for my study “Practices and knowledge on environmental and health hazards of pesticides used by farmers”
hoping for your positive response:) TY
Kenneth, your thesis title should be: Farmers’ knowledge on environmental health hazards of pesticide use and their usage of pesticides. What specific group of farmers do you have in mind? Rice farmers? Vegetable farmers? Tobacco growers? I suggest you read up on how you can use the Health Belief Model to guide your research.
The independent variable is the antecedent or presumed cause (farmers’ knowledge of environmental health hazards) and the dependent variable is the presumed effect (usage of pesticides).
Hi!
Im Lizy Nami, im currently doing my thesis on “Effects of Addiction on Online Computer Games” Im still confused on how to do my conceptual framework. Please help me
good day mam, can you please give me the independent and dependent variables for my thesis entitled” the money-saving attitute of the students” and also maam help me in conceptulframework.
Jeanar, is this for a communication thesis?
Lizy, read up on how to write the conceptual framework in many references in the web. You can also find it here in Devcompage. Search in the archives.
please help me to make conceptual framework my thesis is teaching writing in descriptive text.
Good day mam. Please can help me on conceptual framework in my title “Factors affecting exploitation of spice farming potential among smallholder farmers.
Hello mam! I’m Maryam from Sokoine University of Agriculture . Please help me on conceptual framework on title: “Factors affecting exploitation of spice farming potential among small holder farmers.
Maryam, this site is about communication and not about horticulture so I won’t be in a position to help. But the conceptual framework is based on your research objectives and theoretical framework.
Thanks for the brief overview on how to make a conceptual framework. I am currently focusing on some specific variables and how they are related to each other but did not consider the bigger picture, ie related studies. Reading this article reminded me to include that.
I am just AMAZED at the number of people who commented here, asking you to help them make a conceptual framework and just giving you the title! For me, the article should be a guide for making one’s own framework. Making one is not as simple as copying and pasting some format. I really admire you for your patience in dealing with them.