systematic explanation of large chunks of reality. Concepts + Propositions
What is difference between theory & model?
- Theory explains more - Model may be pictures or words
Components of Theories/Models
• Concepts - Conceptual definitions - Operational definitions • Propositions are - Statements about how concepts are related
Concepts/Constructs (represented in single words)
"An abstraction based on [shared] behaviors or characteristics" Must be translated into measurable variables
Statement of the Relationship Between Concepts 9/17/2011 mefh Concepts (words) Propositions (sentences) Child's play is a simple, easy activity
Propositions + Propositions
Framework: Theory or Model
A theoretical or conceptual framework for a research study states the main concepts investigated in the research project & describes the expected relationships between the concepts. • EVERY study has a framework! • In your own research abstract/article - what are the main ideas? • How are those main ideas related?
Nursing or Borrowed or Shared?
• Stetler? • Orem? • Maslow? • Travelbee? • Lazarus & Folkman? • Health Promotion model (p. 197)