How can I find an article in the Walden Library that includes a conceptual or theoretical framework?

You can discover articles that discuss or include a conceptual or theoretical framework using our Multi-Database Search.

You can replicate this search in a different subject database of your choosing. Learn how to identify relevant databases.

1. On the Library homepage, in the main search box, type in your search term: 
   
   conceptual framework
    
2. Click on search. 
3. If prompted, sign in with your MyWalden username and password.
4. Type an additional term in the second search box, if needed. 
5. Click the search button to run the search. 

Here is an example search: 

In the first search box, type:

conceptual framework

In the second row of search boxes, type:

nursing

Search Tips: 

• Because "conceptual framework" is a narrow and specific search term, be sure to only use 1-2 other broad terms in the other search boxes. 
• If you have a complex topic and add more complex terms you will probably get zero results. It is best to start as broadly as possible. 
• In many databases, conceptual framework is a Subject Term. You can refine your search by changing the Select a field (optional) drop-down choice to SU Subject Terms.  Learn about subject terms and index searching
• Replace "conceptual framework" with theoretical framework for different results.

More information:

• How do I find theories? 

• Can I use subject terms in a database to find theories? 

• How do I find information on a specific theory?

• Library Guide to Capstone Literature Reviews: Theorists & Theoretical Sources

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