Theories and Conceptual Frameworks
There can often be confusion about what is a theory and what is a framework. Make sure you are clear on what each is in your own mind. The following article can help you clarify your thinking.
Adam, D., & Hussein, E. K. (2018). Theoretical and conceptual framework: Mandatory ingredients of a quality research [PDF]. International Journal of Scientific Research, 7(1), 438-441.
After you’ve read the article create a 4–5 sentence comparison between a conceptual framework and a theory to be sure you’ve got it.
You are likely familiar with the theorists Piaget, Vygotsky, Bruner, Bloom, and Maslow, so this week we’ll consider theorists you may have never heard of before. Each were pioneers of curriculum and instruction. Do some research into each one so you have a good grasp of their thinking.
• W.W. Charters.
• Francis W. Parker.
• Hollis Caswell.
• Franklin Bobbitt.
• Ralph Tyler.
After researching each of the theorists and learning about the various curriculum theories they have created or supported, research the three most common types of curriculum design found in education:
• Subject-centered.
• Student-centered.
• Problem-centered.
Conceptual Framework vs Theory
• Analyze the difference between a conceptual framework and a theory.
• Identify the theoretical context and conceptual framework that surround the issue in your AIP.
• Cite scholarly research to back up your statements.
Applied Improvement Project (AIP): The last state accountability measurement has reported that in 2021, 42% of 3rd-grade students met the grade-level standard in reading. Considering the current problem of practice at Smith Elementary, my applied improvement project (AIP) will examine instructional delivery in a 3rd classroom setting and its impact on the reading achievement of students with the lowest reading levels.