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Theory Statements

A complete system of knowledge for a reflective community of practice includes theory, principles and practices. The term "theory" has many meanings in many different contexts, but here it is used in two ways – either in reference to a verified explanation of known facts, or in reference to a possible explanation for particular phenomena or relationships, which you are putting forth for purposes of argument or experimentation. Reflective communities may choose to pose a theory in either way. Developing a verified explanation will require bringing in or searching for evidence or affirmation of your ideas from community members and others. Posing a possible explanation involves presenting a hypothesis that community members and others can take to practice in their own environments.

Reflections
1. What are your purpose and intentions for posing a theory?
2. Will your theory take the form of a verified explanation of known facts, or a possible explanation that you are putting forth for purposes of experimentation?
3. If the form is a verified explanation, what steps will you take to validate or authenticate your ideas?
4. If the form is a possible explanation, how will you develop your hypothesis and specify the context in which experimentation can occur?

Actions
In conversation, reflect on your community’s purpose and intentions for inventing new knowledge. Then, based on the nature of your ideas, determine the form that your theory will take. Using the Tools and Resources here, or others your community prefers, develop and document your theory. Be prepared for this process to go through a number of iterations, if necessary.

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Theory Statements

 
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