Paradigms, theory, conceptual & theoretical frameworks boggling your brain? Let’s demystify them

Academic jargon is everywhere in academia – terms like paradigm, theory, conceptual framework, theoretical framework can make you feel confused and bring on a serious bout of imposter syndrome!

In this video, I’ll explain what each of these terms mean, how they relate, and I’ll share some examples so it’s not completely abstract and fluffy!

If you're feeling overwhelmed by research terms like "paradigm," "theory," and "framework," you’re not alone! But don’t worry – they’re not as complicated as they sound!

Curious about how to use theory to explain your findings? Or maybe you're wondering what the heck a conceptual framework even is? I’ve got you covered! I’ll guide you through each term, show how they’re connected, and give you some actionable tips to apply them in your own work.

If you're a PhD student struggling to keep these ideas straight, this video is for you! Hit play and let’s get clear on the essentials of research together.

Chapters
0:00 - 1:24 Introduction
1:25 - 3:17 Research paradigms
3:18 - 4:52 Theory
4:53 - 5:56 Conceptual framework
5:57 - 7:03 Theoretical framework
7:04 - 7:28 Conclusion

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