PSYC201
Introduction to research
Ms. Ntokozo Mntambo
Chapter 3: Theory In Research (Lecture 1)
, Objectives of the chapter
By the end of the chapter, you should be able to demonstrate your understanding of the following;
• The definition of the theory
• Different types of theories
• The nature of theory
• The basic components of theories
• The functions of theories
• The criteria used for evaluating a theory
• Theories versus models
• The characteristics of theories
• Deductive and inductive theorizing
• The levels of analyzing a theory
• What a theoretical framework entails
• The functions of a theoretical framework
• The strategies that can be used to develop a theoretical framework
Introduction to research
Ms. Ntokozo Mntambo
Chapter 3: Theory In Research (Lecture 1)
, Objectives of the chapter
By the end of the chapter, you should be able to demonstrate your understanding of the following;
• The definition of the theory
• Different types of theories
• The nature of theory
• The basic components of theories
• The functions of theories
• The criteria used for evaluating a theory
• Theories versus models
• The characteristics of theories
• Deductive and inductive theorizing
• The levels of analyzing a theory
• What a theoretical framework entails
• The functions of a theoretical framework
• The strategies that can be used to develop a theoretical framework
