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What is the Difference Between
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framework. This requires a good understanding of both

frameworks in order to conduct a good investigation. This article
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A conceptual framework is the researcher’s idea on how the
research problem will have to be explored. This is founded on the
theoretical framework, which lies on a much broader scale of
resolution. The theoretical framework dwells on time tested
theories that embody the findings of numerous investigations on
how phenomena occur.

The theoretical framework provides a general representation of

relationships between things in a given phenomenon. The
conceptual framework, on the other hand, embodies the specific
direction by which the research will have to be undertaken.
Statistically speaking, the conceptual framework describes the
relationship between specific variables identified in the study. It
also outlines the input, process and output of the whole
investigation. The conceptual framework is also called the research
paradigm.

Examples of the Theoretical and the Conceptual Framework

The difference between theoretical framework and conceptual

framework can be further clarified by the following examples on
both concepts:

Theoretical Framework: Stimulus elicits response.

Conceptual Framework: New teaching method improves

students’ academic performance.

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Notice in the illustrative example that the theoretical framework

basically differs from the conceptual framework in terms of scope.
The theoretical framework describes a broader relationship
between things. When stimulus is applied, response is expected.
The conceptual framework is much more specific in defining this
relationship. The conceptual framework specifies the variables that
will have to be explored in the investigation. In this example, the
variable “teaching method” represents stimulus while the
“students’ academic performance” represents the response. The
variables make clear the kind of statistical treatment that will have
to be used to analyze the relationship.

How can students come up with their theoretical and

conceptual framework?
In order to come up with their own set of theoretical and
conceptual framework that will guide the conduct of the research,
students have to review literature pertaining to their chosen
research topic. Students need to read a lot and find out what has
been studied so far in their respective fields and come up with
their own synthesis of the literature. They should look for gaps in
knowledge and identify what questions need to be answered or
what problems need to be given solutions. Thus, they will be able
to formulate their own conceptual framework to serve as guide in
their research venture.

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14 thoughts on “What is the Difference Between the
Theoretical and the Conceptual Framework?”

Thank you. It’s all clear to me now.

by Chelsea on November 9, 2015 at 4:44 pm · Reply

Very well then. You can share the information too

by Chika on November 10, 2015 at 11:00 am · Reply

Thank you. I am now clear

by Isaac on May 10, 2017 at 9:51 pm · Reply

Thanks indeed. It helps a lot.

by Ben Ninkama on June 3, 2020 at 2:07 am · Reply

thank you
by Twinomugisha sylvanus on July 2, 2020 at 7:12 pm · Reply

Thank you
by Igasan on November 2, 2020 at 5:45 am · Reply

thanks it clear for me!

by Zeleke Asnakew on November 11, 2020 at 4:35 am · Reply

Thank you
by Lally T. Francisco on December 20, 2020 at 6:28 am · Reply

Very well explained.Thanks a ton!

by Ishleen Kaur on December 27, 2020 at 10:29 pm · Reply
Is there supposed to be an illustrative example? I cant see it

by Carl Bongcayao on January 4, 2021 at 1:50 am · Reply

Good and clear. But you do not have any reference.

by Udokanma Kingsley on January 26, 2021 at 4:54 am · Reply

Very helpful brief analysis of the difference between

Theoretical and Conceptual Frame works.
by Gilead Lamba Mwenya on February 19, 2021 at 5:32 am · Reply

More to my earlier comment on the difference between

Theoretical and Conceptual Frameworks…in the article I
read posted by Afribary on 17 June, 2015…it clearly shows
that the Theoretical Framework is broader than the
Conceptual Framework.
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The Theoretical Framework covers the researched work
(Theories) related to the matter at hand the Researcher is
investigating. It is broader than the Conceptual Framework
and explains how theories talking about the matter in
subject work.
Coming to the Conceptual Framework…the article showed
that the … Framework is created by the Researcher to help
amplify the scope expressed in the variables.
The article is really good
by Gilead Lamba Mwenya on February 19, 2021 at 6:08 am · Reply

Thank you, its well explained. To add on, these two

frameworks can also be presented thru diagrams or
illustration.
by Remil Yabut on March 2, 2021 at 3:53 pm · Reply

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