operationaliserer
Operationaliserer is a Danish verb that translates to "operationalize" in English. It refers to the process of translating abstract concepts, theories, or ideas into concrete, measurable, and observable actions or variables. This is a crucial step in research, particularly in the social sciences and behavioral sciences, where phenomena are often intangible and require careful definition to be studied effectively.
To operationalize something means to specify precisely how it will be measured or manipulated in a study.
The process of operationalizing helps to bridge the gap between theoretical constructs and empirical reality. It