Theoretical Framework Vs Conceptual Framework Ppt — Top [new]

| | Theoretical Framework (TF) | Conceptual Framework (CF) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Definition | A ready-made structure of existing, tested theories. | A researcher-constructed map derived from theory + own logic. | | Source | Established theories (e.g., Maslow, Vygotsky, TAM). | Literature review, personal experience, pilot studies. | | Purpose | To explain why phenomena occur using known laws. | To show how variables relate in your specific study . | | Nature | Deductive (general → specific). | Inductive/Synthesis (specific → model). |

A theoretical framework is a pre-existing, well-established set of theories, constructs, and propositions that you borrow to explain why a problem exists and how variables relate. theoretical framework vs conceptual framework ppt top