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Chapter 1
What is your life’s
Blueprint?
Whenever a building is constructed, you usually
have an architect who draws a blueprint, and
that blueprint serves as the pattern, as the
guide, and a building is not well erected
without a good, solid blueprint.

Now each of you is in the process of building

the structure of your lives, and the question is
whether you have a proper, solid, and sound
blueprint.

But before that, let’s look on your research blueprint. Is it the

same as your life’s blueprint? Is it proper, solid, and sound?
Objectives

Define research framework

Differentiate the conceptual framework from
the theoretical framework
Illustrate and explain a research framework
(conceptual or theoretical)
Demonstrate appreciation through active
participation and collaboration in an
activity/discussion
Research Framework
illustrates the structure or blueprint of the research plan
and helps the researcher formulate relevant research
questions.
It can be presented using visual
(diagrams, chart, etc.) and
The framework consists of the narrative (paragraph stating the
key concepts and assumed concepts and relationships of the
relationships of the research study) forms.
project.
It is normally used as a guide
for researchers so that they
are more focused on the
scope of their studies.

illustrates and explains the research framework

Theoretical and Conceptual Framework
The types of research frameworks are classified as theoretical and conceptual
frameworks.

Theoretical Framework Conceptual Framework

is commonly used for studies that refers to the actual ideas, beliefs,
anchor on time-tested theories that and tentative theories that
relate the findings of the specifically support the study.
investigation to the underpinning It is primarily a conception or model
relevant theory of knowledge. of what is out there that the
researcher plans to study.

illustrates and explains the research framework

Similarities of the Theoretical and Conceptual Framework

1. Provide an overall view of the research study;

2. Anchor a theory that supports the study;
3. Guide in developing relevant research questions/objectives;
4. Help justify assumptions/hypothesis;
5. Aid in choosing appropriate methodology;
6. Help in gathering and interpreting data and
7. Guide in identifying possible threats to validity.

illustrates and explains the research framework

Differences between the Theoretical and
Conceptual Framework

illustrates and explains the research framework

 These are the following guidelines and strategies of choosing and
developing a Research Framework according to Barrot (2017, p.73).

Theoretical Framework Conceptual Framework

Understand the variables included Identify the key concepts in your
in your study as well as their study by referring to your research
relationship with one another. questions or objectives.
Review the existing literature Search for existing theories that
related to your research topic. incorporate the same concept and
look into their relationships with
one another.

illustrates and explains the research framework

Theoretical Framework Conceptual Framework
Using the information that you Using the existing theories as a
have gathered from the literature, guide, plot your conceptual
look for possible theories that may framework using a concept map.
potentially account for the expected In case there are concepts not
results of your research topic. covered by the selected theories.
From these theories, select the one Incorporate them into your
that is most relevant to your study framework. However, make sure
and can provide a blueprint for your that you are incorporating this
research. concept into your framework
because it is necessary for your
paper.
illustrates and explains the research framework
Conceptual Framework
After completing the initial draft of your conceptual framework, write a narrative
explanation of each concept and how each of them relates to one another. Again,
there should be a basis for the relationship between the concepts being
incorporated.
Refer once again to your research questions. Check if the conceptual framework
is aligned with them.
Note that the process of creating a conceptual framework is developmental. This
means that it may still be refined or changed as you read more literature and
look into more theories.
In some cases, the research hypothesis is presented at the end of the conceptual
framework.

illustrates and explains the research framework

Concept Map
visual representation of information that helps show the relationship between
ideas.
It begin with the main topic and then branch out into sub-topics, reflecting
the connection of all the elements in the study.
It can also provide and organize new ideas.
It is composed of different figures such as lines, circles, boxes, and other
marks or symbols which represent the elements of your research.
It can take the form of charts, graphic organizers, tables, flowcharts, Venn
Diagrams, timelines, or T-charts.

illustrates and explains the research framework

Concept Map
Concept map arranges related ideas in a hierarchy. You start broad, and the
sub-topics will get more and more specific.
It also helps you in formulating a specific topic from the general or the main
idea with significant connections of information.
In other words, understanding the big picture makes the details more significant
and easier to comprehend.
Concept maps are very useful for researchers and readers who understand
better visually. With the proper connection of lines and linking arrows to
shapes and other symbols representing your concepts about the research, the
readers can visualize a comprehensive picture of your study.

illustrates and explains the research framework

Before creating your conceptual framework, you
have to understand first the different variables of
your study.

Control
Variable
Independent
Mediating
Variable
Variable

Dependent Moderating
Variable Variable

illustrates and explains the research framework

 This approach is seated on the
Input-Process-Output premise of acquiring essential
information by converting inputs into
Model outputs through the required
processing steps in obtaining the
is a conceptual paradigm result.
The IPO Model is also referred to as a
which indicates the inputs, functional model that is usually used
required process, and the in action research where an
output. intervention or solution is necessary
to solve the identified problem.

illustrates and
explains the
research framework
 Input Process Output
usually the the intervention or is a conceptual
independent variable solution consist of paradigm which
of the study the instruments indicates the inputs,
and analyses used to required process, and
acquire the result. the output.

illustrates and
explains the
research framework
Common Example of Conceptual
A. Independent Variable -Dependent Variable Model(IV-DV)
Framework

illustrates and explains the research framework

A. EXAMPLE

illustrates and and

illustrates explains thethe
explains research
researchframework
framework
B. The Input – Process - Output Model (IPO)

illustrates and explains the research framework

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B. EXAMPLE
What is your most
significant learning
today?
What is your life’s Blueprint?
Number one in your life’s blueprint should be a
deep belief in your own dignity, your worth, and
your own somebodies.

Secondly, in your life’s blueprint you must have

as the basic principle the determination to
achieve excellence in your various fields of
endeavor.

Be a bush if you can’t be a tree. If you can’t be a highway, just

be a trail. If you can’t be a sun, be a star. For it isn’t by size
that you win or fail. Be the best of whatever you are.
Directions: Read and analyze the statements below. Write the letter of the correct answer.

1. Which of the following frameworks refers to the actual ideas, beliefs, and tentative theories that specifically support the study?
A. methodological framework C. conceptual framework
B. chronological framework D. theoretical framework

2.The conceptual framework to be used in a research study wherein there is an intervention being
made by the researcher is:
A. IV – DV ` C. ODV
B. IPO D. PPE

3. It is a research variable that is considered as the presumed effect of the study.

A. independent variable C. dependent variable
B. moderating variable D. control variable

4. It is a research variable that is considered as the presumed cause of the study.

A. independent variable C. dependent variable
B. moderating variable D. control variable

5. It illustrates the structure of the research plan.

A. Conceptual Framework C. Research Framework
B. Chronological Framework D. Blueprint