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4 years ago in Literature Review , Research Methodology By Sujith
Is there a rule that the theoretical and conceptual framework only comes within the literature review chapter?
Hello experts, actually I was confused whether I can put the theoretical and conceptual framework in my research methodology chapter. I have seen and heard tha most of the students put it in the literature review chapter of the research developed by them.
So, can anyone provide me with a reason why it is so or if I can put it in the research methodology or not?
Thank you in advance.
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By Karkuvel Answered 4 years ago
I believe that this depends on the length and nature of your research. You can definitely add the conceptual framework in your methodology chapter under the related heading. But I will suggest you add it in the methodology chapter when it is not lengthy. Like if it is 2-4 pages long, then you can add it in the research methodology chapter but if it is long enough to be a separate chapter on it’s own, then I would suggest you add an independent chapter by the name “Conceptual Framework of the Research”.
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By Neetish Answered 4 years ago
In case, nothing of this sort has been mentioned in the guidelines, then you can consider talking to your guide or get a consultation from https://www.fivevidya.com/ . They can also help you out by looking into the expected format.
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By Raunaq Answered 4 years ago
A theoretical framework is added to support the research study and provide the idea about it which is why it needs to be added in the beginning of the research. It can be placed either in the start of the research or a section in the literature review under a separate sub-heading.
On the other hand, the conceptual framework is developed while keeping the findings from the review as the basis. It can also be used to provide a visual map that guides through the collected information and data. So, it can either be placed in the last section of the literature review or the starting section of the research methodology.
To understand the difference between the two in detail, you can check this article:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31725464/
I hope it helps in a better understanding.
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