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The complexities of using grounded theory
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posted on 2023-07-26, 13:13 authored by Leslie GellingGrounded theory, first described by Glaser and Strauss (1967), has become the most commonly adopted research methodology among nurses and others undertaking qualitative research. Many have used this methodological approach and even more seem to have written about how to use it.
There is considerable fit between the core elements of nursing practice and the principles underpinning grounded theory, but too often students, and sometimes researchers, choose to use qualitative research and/or grounded theory because they are perceived to be easier to use than other methodologies. But this reasoning is flawed and many have learned that grounded theory is a complex methodology where data collection and analysis can be challenging. Sometimes problems result from lack of planning and inadequate consideration of how the selected approach fits the purpose of the research.
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Nurse ResearcherISSN
2047-8992External DOI
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RCN PublishingLanguage
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2013-06-25Legacy Faculty/School/Department
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