MODELS AND THEORIES
by Antonio C. Antonio
January 8, 2015
Quite often, some words are interchangeably used such as the
terms “model” and “theory”. These two
terms, in concept, dramatically differ in terms of how they propose to
understand a phenomenon. Although both
are often based on empirical observations (analysis and data), models are
descriptions of possible causes and effects of a theory while theories are
explanations of why a phenomena will occur.
A model is a system or thing used as an example to follow or imitate
while a theory is a supposition or a system of ideas intended to explain
something, especially one that is based on general principles independent of
something that needs to be explained.
Models and theories are readily distinguished from each
other in how they provide parameters for understanding an event or
phenomenon. They are similar in terms of
both being conceptual constructs of events and phenomena. In some instances, models are based on
theories.
Some degree of care and discernment should really accompany
the use of the terms models and theories.
Just my little
thoughts…
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