theoretical methodology
[θɪəˈrɛtɪkəl mɛθəˈdɒlədʒi]
noun phrasefemininepl: metodologias teóricas
metodologia teórica
1. A systematic approach to research or problem-solving that is based on abstract principles and conceptual frameworks rather than practical application or empirical observation
The researcher developed a theoretical methodology to analyze the data before conducting experiments.
O pesquisador desenvolveu uma metodologia teórica para analisar os dados antes de conduzir experimentos.
2. The study and application of theoretical principles as the foundation for designing research methods and academic procedures
The doctoral program emphasizes theoretical methodology as the basis for all scientific inquiry.
O programa de doutorado enfatiza a metodologia teórica como base para toda investigação científica.
3. An academic framework that prioritizes conceptual models and theoretical understanding over practical implementation
Her theoretical methodology challenged conventional approaches to organizational management.
Sua metodologia teórica desafiou as abordagens convencionais de gestão organizacional.
The term 'theoretical methodology' is prevalent in academic and research contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian universities, it is commonly used in dissertations, theses, and academic journals. The emphasis on theoretical methodology is particularly strong in humanities and social sciences, where researchers often justify their conceptual frameworks before empirical work. In North American academia, the term reflects the importance placed on establishing solid theoretical foundations before conducting research.
Related Idioms & Phrases
grounded in theoretical methodology
rooted in theoretical methodology
based on theoretical methodology
methodologically sound and theoretically rigorous
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