Hi Dhun,
There are two points:
a. Theory building, theory development, theory testing and theoretical model
and
b. Concept building, concept development, concept testing and conceptual model and conceptual framework
They are very important in the research. There are different ways to proceed further for them. It is not feasible for me to explain everything in the mail. There are roles to play through observations and empirical investigations prior to Review ofLiterature. In case you are relying totally on ROL, then kindly recognize and develop appropriate theoretical models with following points:
a. What prior studies tell you about the relationship between Variables?
b. Did you observe any gaps and missing links?
c. What kind of variables are existing for the research like antecedent, consequent, proxy, etc.?
d. What will be your contribution towards the research?
Develop your model accordingly and discuss it in a few words. This will certainly enrich your research.
You may attend some workshops wherein there is a discussion on these points. These areas are equally important while selecting and recognizing your own philosophical assumptions and generalizations for the research.
Thanks and regards,
Ramani Swarna
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