Discussion Thread: Theory Based Research MANAGE DISCUSSION This is a graded disc

Discussion Thread: Theory Based Research
MANAGE DISCUSSION
This is a graded discussion: 65 points possible
due Mar 21
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The textbook addresses the concept of theory-based research. The authors state that, in order to produce an outstanding research study, researchers must conduct a review of the literature and formulate a research problem that will test a theory. Sir Isaac Newton, the famous physicist and mathematician, stated, “If I have seen farther than others, it is because I have stood on the shoulders of giants.” Newton’s scientific discoveries were based on the prior works of eminent men such as Galileo and Copernicus.
• What do you think is meant by a gap in the literature, and how can Newton’s words guide you in finding a gap in the literature?
• The Bible reminds us in Colossians 2:8 (NIV) not to let deceptive philosophy or theories take us captive. Do you think this verse applies to us as Christians when conducting theory-based research? Explain your position.
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Post-First: This course utilizes the Post-First feature in all Discussions. This means you will only be able to read and interact with your classmates’ threads after you have submitted your thread in response to the provided prompt.
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DISCUSSION ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
You will complete two Discussions in this course. For each Discussion, you will post one thread of at least 300 words by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Thursday of the assigned Module: Week. You must then post two replies of at least 150 words each by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of the assigned Module: Week, with the exception of Module 8: Week 8, which is due on Friday. For each thread, you must support your assertions with at least two scholarly citations and one biblical principle in current APA format. Each reply must incorporate at least one scholarly citation in current APA format. Acceptable sources include the textbook, the Bible, scholarly journals, etc.
BOOK
Johnson, R. B., & Christensen, L. (2019). Educational Research (7th ed.). SAGE Publications, Inc. (US). https://mbsdirect.vitalsource.com/books/9781544337821