Theoretical Frameworks in College Student Research

Download or read book Theoretical Frameworks in College Student Research written by Terrell L. Strayhorn and published by University Press of America. This book was released on 2013-09-04 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Theoretical Frameworks in College Student Research was written to offer those who engage in college student research a framework, tool, or guide for understanding the role that theory plays in research. Each of the seven chapters in the volume are organized around five major questions which address the essence of theory, central tenants and concepts of prevailing theories, examples of how the author and others have used the theory in previous research, as well as insights for future research. An impressive set of references points to the expansive literature that informs this new volume.