Operationalization

/ˌɒp.ɚ.eɪ.ʃən.əl.ɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ noun

Definition

The process of defining abstract psychological concepts in terms of specific, measurable procedures or observations.

Etymology

From Latin 'operari' (to work) + '-ization.' Making abstract ideas operational (measurable and workable).

Kelly Says

Operationalization is turning vague ideas into measurable things — how do you measure 'happiness'? Maybe it's a smile count, a survey score, or cortisol levels!

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