Theoretical Structures in Research

The previous modular concepts encouraged a clear and logical understanding of theory development in research.

Before starting this assignment please view this short video:

Theoretical Framework | YouTube (Francois J. Desjardins, 2010)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcnufgQzMjc

Select one peer-reviewed journal article related to the topic and/or question. Prepare a critical analysis of the chosen study applying the Theoretical Perspectives section of Social Problems: Continuity and Change (Saylor Academy, 2012) in the link below.

https://saylordotorg.github.io/text_social-problems-continuity-and-change/s04-02-sociological-perspectives-on-s.html

Part II

Analyze and critique the peer-reviewed journal article selected in Part I addressing the following:

1. Provide a summary of the theory model integrated in the study and discuss the following:

• Which theories did the researchers identify? Please use correct in-text referencing to identify the articles that you examined.
• Are these theories connected to a specific aspect of the study OR embedded throughout the study as a whole? If so, how?
• What are the components of the conceptual framework? Is the framework of the study implied and/or explicitly mentioned in the study?
• Does this particular theoretical framework “add” to the quality of the study? Why or why not?
• How would a different theoretical perspective alter the study if at all?

1. Provide an educational and/or health science practice and/or practical implication that applies or promotes the theory model.
2. Provide an introductory and concluding paragraph with the reflection of the theory development in research.

Paper 6 pages and demonstrate or include the following:

1. High-level understanding of the required background and self-researched reading.
2. Graduate-level written communication to include an appropriate introduction and conclusion, clear and coherent structure, and proper grammar and word usage. The submission should be organized in a clear and coherent manner using APA headings: an introduction that introduces and outlines the content, the cohesive body, and a reflective conclusion. Use various headings and subheadings as appropriate.