How does theory inform a research study?
Describe the process of performing an external audit in an organization doing strategic planning for the first time.
August 4, 2017Compare and contrast the use of online software and coding manuals.
August 4, 2017Theory and the Real World
Research serves as a guide by which to study, describe, and quantify an array of social and physical phenomenon. Theory, which is best described as a set of propositions or hypotheses that specify the relationship among a subset of variables, serves as a way of offering an intellectualized general commentary on that which is observed. Using material found in Chapter 3 of this week’s required reading, describe how theory is applicable to a research study. Answer the questions:
How does theory inform a research study?
How can a generalized theory remain timely enough to be applicable to new or innovative studies?
