| CODE | DOC6052 | ||||||
| TITLE | Reflections on the Use of Grounded Theory in Qualitative Research | ||||||
| UM LEVEL | D - Doctoral Workshops/Symposium | ||||||
| MQF LEVEL | Not Applicable | ||||||
| ECTS CREDITS | Not Applicable | ||||||
| DEPARTMENT | Doctoral School | ||||||
| DESCRIPTION | Selecting an appropriate research method is one of the most critical challenges presented to doctoral researchers. This workshop introduces the principles of Grounded Theory (GT) as one of the traditions of interpretive and qualitative inquiry that offers a reliable and credible product. The workshop is of particular interest to researchers of social studies as it is suitable for the investigation of complex multifaceted phenomena. It is also well equipped to explore socially related issues. The workshop takes a comprehensive approach and covers the principles of Grounded Theory, the implications on sampling, data collection, and coding and interpretation of results. Outcomes: By the end of this workshop, doctoral researchers should: - locate Grounded Theory across the ontological continuum in organizational studies; - formulate a suitable Grounded Theory method in addressing the requirements of specific research questions; - classify the different types of data that can be collected for a Grounded Theory study; - appraise and choose sampling approaches that lend themselves to effective Grounded Theory studies; - plan and conduct Grounded Theory data collection in a diversity of settings; - analyse qualitative data collected through a Grounded Theory approach; - assess theoretical saturation and implement associated data collection and analysis steps; - plan and implement precautions to maximize the robustness of the Grounded Theory method. |
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| ADDITIONAL NOTES | Timetable Details - Please click here for further details. | ||||||
| STUDY-UNIT TYPE | Workshop | ||||||
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| LECTURER/S | Valerie Visanich |
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