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Research Methods

Research

Framework

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The Basic Research Process

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Conceptual / Theoretical framework

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Theoretical Framework

5 Basic Features

1. Ident i fy ing and label ing  variablescorrectly

2. Stating the re lat ionships  among thevariables of interest

3. Theorizing the nature and direct ion  of these relationships

4. Explaining how or why  we expect therelationships to exist

5. Offering a schematic diagram  of themodel

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Common flaws

Including elements that are notpart of the theoretical framework

Including moderating variable inthe hypothesis

Treating moderating variable asan independent variable

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Dependent / IndependentVariables Fig. 5.1 and 5.2 

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Intervening variable p. 95

“Robust” Theoretical Model 

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Independent Variable effectFigure 5.5a and 5.5b, pg. 94

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Effects of Moderating Variablep. 94

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Text Exercise models ex. 5.13

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Factors Influencing Profitability

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Factors Affecting Stock Values