Theoretical Lens, Conceptual and Theoretical Frameworks in Qualitative Research

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Humanities

Question CXU2A

Theoretical framework: the use of constructs and propositions a recognized theory (or theories) to a research problem, purpose, and question.

Conceptual framework: the construction of ideas, assumptions, and beliefs sourced in both the literature and one’s own experience, which identify the main concepts that guide the formulation of the research problem, purpose, and question.

Write an explanation of the role of a theoretical or conceptual framework in qualitative research and provide examples from the resources you read. Use proper APA format and citations to support your writing.

Question CXU2B

Review the Grant and Osanloo article related to conceptual and theoretical frameworks found in the Learning Resources and consider how a conceptual framework differs from a theoretical framework.

Write an explanation of how Grant and Osanloo (2014) describe the differences between conceptual and a theoretical framework. Support your explanation with examples from the article as well as from your texts.

Question CXU2C(The research idea I choose was on “ Nativism” examining the rise of far-right groups in Europe and the United States) You have to research and write along these lines throughout.

Part 1

Create a title page for your Major Assignment 1. Use the Major Assignment 1: Developing a Research Topic for a Qualitative Study Assignment Overview and Guidelines for proper formatting of your paper.

Write a problem statement based on your topic of study. Develop a 1- to 2-paragraph statement that is the result of a review of the articles you located on your topic.

Briefly describe the phenomena you are interested in studying.

Briefly summarize the key findings or what is understood about this phenomena based on the three articles you reviewed.

Briefly identify the “gap”—what do you see as an important, relevant, next step in learning more about this topic that would be appropriate for a qualitative study.

Include your Annotated Bibliography section.