Describe the theory’s major concepts and how they are defined. (theoretically and/or operationally) Is the author’s use of concepts and other terms in the theory consistent?
1. Describe whether the theory employs deductive, inductive, or retroductive reasoning. Provide evidence to back up your claim.
2. Describe the theory’s major concepts and how they are defined. (theoretically and/or operationally) Is the author’s use of concepts and other terms in the theory consistent?
3. Determine whether the concepts are defined implicitly or explicitly.
4. Investigate the relationships (propositions) between the major concepts.
