Conceptualization Vs Operationalization

When conducting research, The traditional model of science begins with a theory and uses deductive reasoning. The purpose in this paper is to identify and make emphasis in two important steps of the traditional model of science. Conceptualization and Operationalization. To accomplish a full understanding of these last two, definitions and examples will be used. The second part of the paper will include the concept domestic violence and the ways the concept domestic violence can be measured.
Conceptualization
Conceptualization is a term that represents agreements on meanings that share specific characteristics. Conceptions are mental images used to summarize an observation or experience that appear to have something in common. In other words, a concept is the perception that derivates from the connection of similar situations. For example, the word fear. When a person mentions the word fear, people tend to have a general idea of what fear means. The general idea or interpretation of fear is known as concept. Although the
Operationalization is technically further specification on how to measure a certain concept. Measurements allow research to make differences and distinctions between concepts and variables. In order for operationalization to take place, data must be analyzed and measured statistically. There are methods such as surveys, interviews and observations among others that allow researchers to get the data into variables that can be used to define a specific concept. Operationalization involves deciding how to measure things like crime, domestic violence etc. For instance, if a human resources manager wanted to measure job satisfaction among employees, he or she could perform a series of observations and surveys that help him or her support his or her concept of job satisfaction by using variables. Operationalization supports and gives more validity to