Theoretical and Conceptual Frameworks

Discussion 1: Looking from a Theoretical Lens Perspective
Directions: Write an explanation of the role of a theoretical or conceptual framework in qualitative research and provide examples.
References
Ravitch, S. M., & Carl, N. M. (2021). Qualitative research: Bridging the conceptual, theoretical, and methodological (2nd ed.) Sage Publications.
• Chapter 2, “Using Conceptual Frameworks in Research” (pp. 32–61)
• Chapter 3, “Critical Qualitative Research Design” (pp. 62–103)
o “Qualitative Research Design” (focus on pp. 62-63)
Rubin, H. J., & Rubin, I. S. (2012). Qualitative interviewing: The art of hearing data (3rd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.
• Chapter 1, “Listening, Hearing, and Sharing” (pp. 1–11)
• Chapter 2, “Research Philosophy and Qualitative Interviews” (pp. 13–24)
Laureate Education (Producer). (2016). Theoretical lens and frameworks for qualitative researchers [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.
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Discussion 2: Theoretical and Conceptual Frameworks
Explain how the Grant and Osanloo (2014) describe the differences between conceptual and a theoretical framework. Support your explanation with examples.
References
Grant, C., & Osanloo, A. (2014). Understanding, Selecting, and Integrating a Theoretical Framework in Dissertation Research: Creating the Blueprint for Your “House”. Administrative Issues Journal: Education, Practice, and Research, 4(2), 12-26.
Ravitch, S. M., & Carl, N. M. (2021). Qualitative research: Bridging the conceptual, theoretical, and methodological (2nd ed.) Sage Publications.
• Chapter 2, “Using Conceptual Frameworks in Research” (pp. 32–61)
• Chapter 3, “Critical Qualitative Research Design” (pp. 62–103)
o “Qualitative Research Design” (focus on pp. 62-63)
Rubin, H. J., & Rubin, I. S. (2012). Qualitative interviewing: The art of hearing data (3rd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.
• Chapter 1, “Listening, Hearing, and Sharing” (pp. 1–11)
• Chapter 2, “Research Philosophy and Qualitative Interviews” (pp. 13–24)