Theoretical framework

Theoretical framework

You will practice developing your theoretical framework for your mock dissertation topic in this assignment and then develop your literature review funnel for assignment 7.2.

• The purpose of the theoretical framework is to tie the dissertation together. As the researcher, you should approach the proposed research from a theory or set of theories that provide the backdrop for the work (researchers do not create theory; they use established theory in which to embed their work).
• This section should describe how this study will relate to existing theories and discuss how the methodology being used in the study links to those theories
• The theoretical framework justifies the methods you plan to use for conducting the study and presents how this research will contribute to the body of knowledge and/or practice. Further, it describes the context within which to locate the intended project and suggests why doing such a study is worthwhile.
• Directions:

• 1. Review the rubric and examples to make sure you understand the expectations of this assignment.
     1. Sample Theoretical Framework.pdf
     2. Rubric for 7.1.docx
  2. Develop a 1 page (more is fine) theoretical framework for your mock dissertation topic.  Consider (but do NOT directly answer) the following questions when you write your theoretical framework:
     1. Is the theoretical foundation strong?
     2. Are the theoretical sources apparent?
     3. Are they appropriate for the topic?
     4. Do they need further explanation?
• 7.2 Literature Review Funnel/OrganizerOverview: While the literature review funnel is not necessarily a part of the actual dissertation, the purpose here is to think about the most logical way to organize your future lengthy chapter 2.
• Directions:
  1. View the rubric and examples to make sure you understand the expectations of this assignment.
     1. 7.2 Examples.pdf
     2. Rubric for 7.2.docx
  2. View this 3 Ways to Structure Your Literature Video to review organizational methods.
  3. Research your topic to find the logical starting point to your topic. Then, write your literature review funnel.