PRACTICAL RESEARCH 2 - Conceptual Framework
A conceptual framework is used to understand the place of -- and inform the direction of -- a research project. It is the researcher’s idea on how the research problem will have to be explored.
A conceptual framework uses previous research to determine a theory and methodology for a current research project. At the start of any research study, it is important to consider relevant theory or ideas underpinning the knoweldege base on the phenomenon to be researched.
Conceptual framework is a graphical presentation of your concepts or ideas on the basic structure or components of your research as well as on the relationship of these elements with one another. It embodies the specific direction by which the research will have to be undertaken. It is a graph or non-prose materials, specifically, a schematic diagram that shows a well-ordered element of research. Giving a carefully constructed arrangement of the components of your study, conceptual framework is broad outline or plan to give shape your research (Shields & Rangarjan, 2013).
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