An integrated set of defined concepts and relational statements that present a view of a
phenomena and can be used to describe, explain, predict, or control phenomena
What is philosophes?
What is control?
To manipulate and control variables with the purpose of establishing a causal
relationship
What is explanation?
Describe the underlying motive, mechanism or process underlying a given
phenomenon. In explanatory studies, the key objective is to understand the how and
why of occurrence of certain phenomena and develop theoretical schemes that
describe the underlying pattern.
What is evaluation?
Pass a judgment about the effectiveness or impact of programs, interventions and
practices; includes
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Easton. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for £8.12. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.