1. CHAPTER 1 To Hell with Gravity

3. A theory describes a specific realm of knowledge and explains how it works. (page 6)

4. Applied disciplines are realms of study and practice that are fully understood through their use in the functioning world. (page 6)

5. Applied Disciplines are Stuck Not fully integrated with practice Over interpretation of partial theories Celebrates rock star practitioners Toleration of opinion over inquiry

6. Theory Building to the Rescue Existing theory building methods are: Incomplete Inappropriate Overwhelming

7. Swanson, R.A. & Chermack, T.J. (2013). Theory building in applied disciplines. San Francisco: Berrett-Koehler, p 8.

8. Challenges Facing the Theory Building Process First things first. Taking a closer look.

9. Conclusion The challenge for gaining high integrity and effectiveness in applied disciplines is to discover what works and how it works.