Summary
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Rediscovering Grounded Theory is a bold re-evaluation of the origins of grounded theory, a philosophical clarification of its key ideas and a presentation of the most effective way to use its techniques in your research. It answers questions such as ‘What should grounded theory look like?’, ‘How do I recognise grounded theory?’ and ‘How do I produce good grounded theory?’ by returning to the original ideas as they were presented by Glaser and Strauss. Sharp, clear and thought-provoking, the book includes: - Detailed analysis of the current literature - Exemplar sections filled with detailed, real world examples and applications - A detailed glossary It will provide you with a grasp of what a grounded theory should look like, take you through the process of building a grounded theory and then explain best practice for critically evaluating the quality of grounded theory research.
How to Develop Theoretical Sensitivity
How to Develop Theoretical Sensitivity
Aim: To outline and explore the nature of theoretical sensitivity in grounded theory
Learning outcomes
After reading this chapter you should be able to:
- outline and explore the nature of theoretical sensitivity in grounded theory
- have an awareness of the concept of openness and its importance for grounded theory
- know about the problem of openness and how this relates to sampling in grounded theory and have a critical awareness of the implications of these for sampling
- develop skills for enhancing your theoretical sensitivity
- establish the centrality of prior interests and preconceptions to the development of grounded theory studies
The previous five chapters of this book have sought to clarify what grounded theory is through an exploration of the original texts and a critical evaluation of the ideas ...
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