Grounded Theory for Qualitative Research: A Practical Guide

by Cathy Urquhart

Based on the author′s own wealth of experience this timely, engaging book helps first-time researchers to discover the excitement of grounded theory.Fresh, innovative and clear this book traces the history and development of grounded theory method, and examines how the method is evolving for new contexts today. It sets out the principles involved in using grounded theory and explains the process and theory associated with coding in grounded theory.

The book introduces us to the practicalities of research design, theory building, coding and writing up and gives us the tools to tackle key

- What is grounded theory?

- How do we code and theorise using grounded theory?

- How do we write up a grounded theory study?

This is an exciting new text for students and researchers across the social sciences who want to use grounded theory.

218 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 16, 2012

Reviews

[Maica · Rating 3 out of 5]

This particular text is a concise introduction on Grounded Theory planning and design in research. Admittedly, Grounded Theory design is tedious and lengthy, but the author provided helpful advice and inspiration on how to start and go through the research process.

[Gerald · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great stuff for a qualitative researcher.

[Sadie-Jane Huff · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is an absolute lifesaver:) so helpful for those trying to wrap their heads around GTM..

[Bernardita González · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excelente guía

Muy útil para aprender sobre la Teoría Fundamentada, brinda explicaciones claras y precisas. También proporciona ejemplos prácticos que resultan de gran ayuda.