Grounded Theory

A Practical Guide
Third Auflage
ISBN: 978-1-5297-5928-0
Verlag: SAGE Publications Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 288 Seiten, Format (B × H): 175 mm x 250 mm, Gewicht: 684 g

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.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Birks, Melanie

Mills, Jane

Fachgebiete

• Interdisziplinäres Wissenschaften Wissenschaften: Forschung und Information Forschungsmethodik, Wissenschaftliche Ausstattung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preparing For Grounded Theory Research
Introducing Grounded Theory
Philosophical Perspective In Grounded Theory
Quality Grounded Theory Processes And Products
Planning A Successful Grounded Theory Study
Thinking Like A Grounded Theorist
Proposing Your Grounded Theory Research
Managing Yourself And Others In Grounded Theory Research
Producing Grounded Theory
Generating And Collecting Data
Data Analysis In Grounded Theory
From Analysis To Theory
Maximising Grounded Theory Impact

Über Autor(innen)

Mills, Jane
Professor Jane Mills is one of Australia’s leading primary health care academics, with extensive experience in leadership across government and tertiary sectors. In 2024, she was recognised as Australia’s Rural and Remote Health Advocate of the Year for her sustained contribution to rural and remote health.

An active and highly cited researcher, Professor Mills works across rural health, the health workforce, health system strengthening and nursing education. Since 2006, she has attracted more than $3.9 million in research and consultancy funding, including an NHMRC Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Primary Health Care.

A passionate educator and internationally recognised grounded theorist, she has received an Australian Government Office of Learning and Teaching National Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Learning and Teaching in the area of teaching research. Professor Mills has a reputation as an outstanding higher degree research supervisor across a number of disciplines including public health, dentistry, nursing, midwifery, pharmacy, allied health and social work.

Birks, Melanie
Melanie Birks is an Honorary Professor of Nursing at James Cook University and a leading voice in contemporary health professional education. She is deeply committed to conducting high quality, practice relevant research that enhances professional standards across a broad range of disciplines. Melanie’s scholarly work focuses on improving accessibility, innovation, and relevance in education, with a particular emphasis on preparing graduates who are industry ready and equipped to contribute meaningfully to their professions.

With a prolific publication record spanning more than 120 peer reviewed journal articles, numerous book chapters, and 10 widely used textbooks, Melanie is recognised internationally for her influential research and scholarship. In collaboration with Professor Jane Mills, she has developed a comprehensive suite of grounded theory resources, accessible at https://groundedtheory.academy/, including the highly successful online grounded theory course (https://groundedtheory.academy/course). The work of Birks and Mills has become an invaluable and acclaimed resource for researchers across disciplines seeking to engage with grounded theory methodology.