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Literature Reviews, Conceptual Frameworks, and Theoretical Frameworks: Terms, Functions, and Distinctions

Florida International University, Miami, roccot{at}fiu.edu

Maria S. Plakhotnik

Florida International University, Miami

This essay starts with a discussion of the literature review, theoretical framework, and conceptual framework as components of a manuscript. This discussion includes similarities and distinctions among these components and their relation to other sections of a manuscript such as the problem statement, discussion, and implications. The essay concludes with an overview of the literature review, theoretical framework, and conceptual framework as separate types of manuscripts. Understanding similarities and differences among the literature review, theoretical framework, and conceptual framework can help novice and experienced researchers in organizing, conceptualizing, and conducting their research, whether qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods.

Key Words: Literature Review • Conceptual Framework • Theoretical Framework • Integrative Literature Review

This version was published on March 1, 2009

Human Resource Development Review, Vol. 8, No. 1, 120-130 (2009)
DOI: 10.1177/1534484309332617


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