It is evident that most researchers identifies the research problems and then go in search of a theory. These poses a number of disadvantages. Theories are normally a product of knowledge (Peterson & Bredow, 2011). Those who follow this approach believe that by effectively building on the knowledge to the research a theoretical structure process should be developed. This in the end will facilitate both the interpretation and analysis of the findings.
There is a common belief that if you do research without applying the theory, the results are discrete data and information, which does not complement the accumulated information of the discipline. Moreover, they believe that theories enables scientists weave facts together, guides the process of research and aids in design, interpretation and analysis.
However, this can lead to many disadvantages. One of the problem is that a misinterpreted theory may lead one to coming up with wrong analysis on the research findings. Moreover, it is time consuming as it involves digging on many theories presented in order to select the most suitable to solve the problem at hand. In addition, the relationships between theory and research in this field is not clearly understood.
Furthermore, the explanatory power of the framework base the implications. Besides, it is important to accept the fact that most theories are not tested or proven but represents hypothesis drawn from them (Sumner & Tribe, 2012). Theories also serve as blinders. This makes us ignore the discrepancies that do not fit perfectly into the existing theory.
Furthermore, by sticking to a certain theory, it narrows one e path, which may lead to one ignoring very important side streets. Moreover, theories can cause us not to see old facts in new ways which in the end make as fail in coming up with our own discoveries. Premature theorizing is also dangerous (Sumner & Tribe, 2012). This is evident in instances where many tries to twist facts in order for them to fit the theories. However, the theories should fit to facts./what-is-a-theory-2795970-finalv2-ct-1a1236f221784ec8b4ea540255a0fea0.png)
The best technique that should be adopted by researchers therefore is you first recognize the problem in hand through carefully analysis and defining it. Second, develop strategies you are going to employ in order to have a true fit between theory and designing the study. Then organize the knowledge required and figure out the resources that you need. Monitor your progress and usually evaluate your solution to assess the accuracy.
