This type of theory explains primarily how and why some
phenomena occur. These theories are formulated in such a
way, however, that making testable predictions about the
future is not of primary concern. Explanations of how,
when, where, and why events occurred may be presented,
giving rise to process-type theory. This class could well be
labeled theory for understanding, as these theories often
have an emphasis on showing others how the world may be
viewed in a certain way, with the aim of bringing about an
altered understanding of how things are or why they are as
they are.