Importance of Related

Theories and
Concepts
Group 5
 What Are Related Theories and
Concepts?
Theories often provide a systematic way of
understanding complex relationships between variables. These
are comprehensive frameworks or models that explain and
predict phenomena.
Concepts are abstract ideas or notions that are
fundamental to a particular field of study. They can be thought
of as building blocks for theories and help researchers describe,
classify, and understand various aspects of their subject.
 Why are they IMPORTANT?
Contextual Understanding
Hypothesis Development
- Theories and concepts
- They can guide the
provide context and help
development of hypotheses,
researchers understand the
providing a foundation for
existing knowledge in their
empirical research.
field.

Research Design
- They influence the design of
research studies, helping
researchers identify variables
and develop measurement
instruments.
Why are they IMPORTANT?
 Why are they IMPORTANT?

Analysis and Interpretation Contributions to Knowledge

- Theories and concepts are crucial - Building upon existing theories
for data analysis and interpretation, and concepts can contribute to the
helping researchers make sense of advancement of knowledge in a
their findings. field.
 How to Search for Related Theories
and Concepts
Library Databases
- Utilize academic databases like PubMed, JSTOR, Google Scholar,
and your university's library resources to search for relevant literature.
 How to Search for Related Theories
and Concepts
Library Databases
- Utilize academic databases like PubMed, JSTOR, Google Scholar,
and your university's library resources to search for relevant literature.
Keyword Searches
- Use specific keywords related to your research topic to search for articles,
books, and papers.
 How to Search for Related Theories
and Concepts
Library Databases
- Utilize academic databases like PubMed, JSTOR, Google Scholar, and your
university's library resources to search for relevant literature.
Keyword Searches
- Use specific keywords related to your research topic to search for articles,
books, and papers.

Citation Chaining
- Review the references in articles and books you find, as well as the articles
that cite them. This can lead you to related theories and concepts.
How to Search for Related Theories
and Concepts
 How to Search for Related Theories
and Concepts
Consult Experts
- Reach out to professors, mentors, or experts in your field for
recommendations and guidance on relevant theories and concepts.
 How to Search for Related Theories
and Concepts
Consult Experts
- Reach out to professors, mentors, or experts in your field for
recommendations and guidance on relevant theories and concepts.

Literature Reviews
- Conduct a thorough literature review to identify and synthesize existing
theories and concepts
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Tips for Incorporating
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 Examples of Theories and Concepts in
Different Fields

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 Examples of Theories and Concepts in
Different Fields
 PSYCHOLOGY
 ECONOMICS
 SOCIOLOGY
 BIOLOGY
 POLITICAL SCIENCE
 EDUCATION
 Purposes of the review
of related literature and
studies
What is Review of Related Literature and
Studies?
A review of related literature and studies is a
critical and systematic examination of scholarly articles,
books, research papers, and other published and
unpublished materials that are relevant to a particular
research topic or study. It involves summarizing,
analyzing, and synthesizing existing knowledge in the
field to provide a foundation for new research or to
support existing research.
 Where to find?
You can find related literature and studies in various places, including:

 Academic databases like PubMed, IEEE Xplore, JSTOR, and Google

Scholar.
 Libraries and online library catalogs.
 Institutional repositories.
 Government and non-government research organizations' websites.
 Thesis and dissertation databases.
 Published books and research journals.
 Why is it IMPORTANT?

Contextualization: It helps
researchers understand the
existing knowledge and
research gaps in their chosen
field.
Theoretical Framework: It
aids in developing a theoretical
framework for the research.
 Why is it IMPORTANT?

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 The main purposes of a review of related
literature and studies are:
To Inform the Researcher: It helps the researcher gain a deeper
understanding of the topic and the context in which their research will be
conducted.
To Define the Scope: It narrows down the research scope by identifying
what is already known and what gaps exist.
To Build Theoretical Framework: It helps construct the theoretical
framework that underpins the research.
To Choose Methodology: It assists in selecting the appropriate research
methods and data collection techniques.
To Support Research Claims: It provides evidence and support for the
claims and arguments in the research.
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Members:
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Cuaresma, Joshua Roel
Paguio, Ashley Nicole
Torres, Xander Jade