Theoretical

Framework
vs.
Conceptual
Framework
What is the
Theoretical Framework?
1. It understands concepts and variables according to the
given definitions.
2. It stipulates the specific frame of mind.
3. It presents the theories, models and/or paradigms.
4. It limits the scope of data.
5. It builds knowledge by verifying and validating the
theory.
 Theoretical
Framework

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What is the
Conceptual Framework?

• It defines the concepts and/or terms.

• It considers variables and states the relationship/s between
them.
• It presents the scheme of measuring variables.
• It focuses on the specific operational definition of concepts
and/or terms.
• It helps the study focus on the concepts and their
observable indicators.
 Conceptual
Framework

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KNOWLEDGE
EXPOSURE CHARACTERISTIC
EDUCATION, LEARNING
IN POLITICS
RELIGION
In order to draw the
frameworks, you need to

1. Give the assumptions.

2. Define the concepts and terms.
3. Identify the variables.
4. State the relationships between variables.
5. Present hypotheses.