A student-focused, step-by-step guide to grounded theory, featuring interactive activities and tools to gain a deeper understanding how it can be applied at each stage of your research project.
The student-focused guide to grounded theory, this book takes you step by step through the whole research process, from creating a research proposal to sharing your findings.
Packed with tools to help you understand how grounded theory can be applied at each stage of your research project, the book includes:
• Interactive activities and critical thinking questions in every chapter so you can put your knowledge into practice
• Case studies written by a wide variety of researchers so you can learn how to navigate real world research from people who have been in your shoes
• Templates and checklists to help guide your writing and ensure you don’t miss a step in the research process.
Clear, accessible and applied, this book will help you get to grips with the philosophy of grounded theory, understand the nuts and bolts of designing and carrying out your research project, and manage any hurdles along the way.
Explore the accompanying online resources, which include PowerPoint slides, additional templates, and weblinks to videos and journal articles relevant to the key concepts in each chapter.
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| About the authors |
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Part I Preparing for grounded theory research |
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1 Introducing grounded theory |
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2 Philosophical perspective in grounded theory |
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3 Quality grounded theory processes and products |
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Part II Planning a successful grounded theory study |
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4 Thinking like a grounded theorist |
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5 Proposing your grounded theory research |
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6 Managing yourself and others in grounded theory research |
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Part III Producing grounded theory |
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7 Generating and collecting data |
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8 Data analysis in grounded theory |
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9 From analysis to theory |
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10 Maximising grounded theory impact |
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| Appendix: Working grounded theory |
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| Glossary |
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| References |
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| Index |
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Melanie Birks is employed as Professor of Nursing (Teaching and Learning) at James Cook University, a role which serves her passions for education, research and nursing. Her primary focus is on the promotion of scholarship in teaching and learning through mentorship and fostering a culture of research. She has extensive experience in international education, having taught in Hong Kong, Singapore, Papua New Guinea and Malaysia.
Her research interests are in the areas of accessibility, innovation, relevance and quality in nursing education to ensure preparation of graduates who are industry-ready and able to make a contribution to the profession. Her commitment to research is reflected in her publication history, which includes numerous journal articles and book chapters. Most recently, she co-authored a qualitative research text for graduate students, Qualitative methodology: A Practical Guide with Dr Jane Mills.
