define a theory? Theory is the analysis of a set of facts in their relation to one another, The general or abstract principles of a body fact, a science, or an art, A plausible or scientifically acceptable general principle or body of principles offered to explain phenomena, A hypothesis assumed for the sake of argument or investigation and Abstract thought. A good theory should provide an explanation of phenomena as well as guidelines for action (Knowles, Swanson,…
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