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Understanding Theory: Principles, Laws, and Application in Practice

Explore the fundamentals of theory in science, including principles and laws, and how they guide research and practice. Learn about the importance of empirical evidence, validity testing, and different research methodologies.

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Understanding Theory: Principles, Laws, and Application in Practice

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  1. EDN 203Chapter One Introduction to Theory… Principles… Laws

  2. Theory • Theory Defined • http://www.answers.com/topic/theory

  3. Principles • “Principle” Defined • http://www.answers.com/principle • General Scientific Principles • http://www.stardestroyer.net/Empire/Science/Science_General.html

  4. Laws • “Scientific Laws” Defined • http://www.answers.com/law%20in%20science • Physical Laws: Examples of typical interpretations of the concept • http://www.answers.com/topic/organic-law?method=8

  5. Theory Redux • Basic Purposes • Explanation • Prediction

  6. Theory & Research • Empirical Evidence • Supports Theory • “Test of Confirmation”: Validity of Theory • Confirmation vs Disconfirmation: Must be able to be demonstrated as inaccurate, incorrect, inappropriate, or incomplete TO BE ABLE TO BE DEMONSTRATED AS VALID • “Truth” is Absolute • Not subject to validity testing • Types of Research (Methodology) • No “right or wrong” research • Appropriately answers a question • Quantitative vs Qualitative vs Mixed Methods Designs

  7. Theory & Research & Practice • Evidence-based Actions • Grounded in Theory • Becomes the Basis for Educational Practice

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