Theorieformen
Theorieformen is a German term used to describe different forms of theories that scholars employ to analyze, explain, and interpret phenomena. The concept refers to a typology rather than a single theory, and the exact categories can vary by discipline. In many fields, theorists distinguish among several core forms that differ in purpose, scope, and method.
Descriptive theories aim to characterize patterns, regularities, or structures in a domain without necessarily explaining why
Theorieformen function as tools that guide research design, interpretation, and critique. They are often intertwined, with