This annotated bibliography examines Grounded Theory (GT) Methodology as a research tool. The context I am considering application of at this particular qualitative methodology is a study of access to health care among rural populations in Myanmar. The study aims to build theoretical framework and suggest the best suitable health service delivery model.
GT focuses on the common experiences of a group of participants to generate or discover theory (Creswell, 2012). It is a method of iterative study design applying an inductive process of data collection with purposive or theoretical sampling. Data analysis includes the coding process, repeated comparison of data (by spotting the issue of interest in the data and comparing them with previous …show more content…
(2008). The development of constructivist grounded theory. International Journal of Qualitative Methods, 5(1), 25-35.
What paper is about
Jane Mills, who is a teacher of Karen Hoare, and her colleagues explains comprehensively about the methodological principles and philosophical assumptions of constructivist GT. It is the classic article to explore the evolution of constructivist underpinnings in GT.
Why relevant to my methodology
My research will apply the constructivist GT in constructing the theory framework of the barriers of access to care among rural populations. This article provides me practical advices on the tools and processes of analysis to increase the researcher’s reflexivity on the data.
What is taught
It teaches me the common characteristics of the constructivist GT; treatment of literature, axial coding process, and the use of several analysis techniques, conditional/consequential matrix and logic diagrams. These tools increase the analytical power and theoretical sensitivity of the researchers. Constructivist GT also encourages the creative writing form as a form of expression to increase the engagement of the researcher in co-construction of participants’ …show more content…
J., Buetow, S., Mills, J., & Francis, K. (2013). Using an emic and etic ethnographic technique in a grounded theory study of information use by practice nurses in New Zealand. Journal of Research in Nursing, 18(8), 720-731.
What paper is about
Hoare mentions her use of emic-etic (outsider-insider) ethnographic technique to increase the theoretical sensitivity. The author introduces herself as a novice grounded theorist as well as a part-time nurse practitioner. Therefore, she believes that she can play an etic (as an expert nurse) as well as emic (critical ethnographer) in studying the nursing context.
Why relevant to my methodology
I plan to conduct my qualitative research in my home town. The language accent there differs to that of mainland Myanmar. Moreover, as a public practitioner devoted in community work for 7 years, I have reasonable field exposure and close contact with the community. This will enable me to build rapport and personal engagement in the research work.
What is taught
This article teaches me how the ethnographic technique increases our ability to recognise what was relevant to the theory being developed in closely observing as a participant, reflecting on this, and enhancing the theoretical
GT focuses on the common experiences of a group of participants to generate or discover theory (Creswell, 2012). It is a method of iterative study design applying an inductive process of data collection with purposive or theoretical sampling. Data analysis includes the coding process, repeated comparison of data (by spotting the issue of interest in the data and comparing them with previous …show more content…
(2008). The development of constructivist grounded theory. International Journal of Qualitative Methods, 5(1), 25-35.
What paper is about
Jane Mills, who is a teacher of Karen Hoare, and her colleagues explains comprehensively about the methodological principles and philosophical assumptions of constructivist GT. It is the classic article to explore the evolution of constructivist underpinnings in GT.
Why relevant to my methodology
My research will apply the constructivist GT in constructing the theory framework of the barriers of access to care among rural populations. This article provides me practical advices on the tools and processes of analysis to increase the researcher’s reflexivity on the data.
What is taught
It teaches me the common characteristics of the constructivist GT; treatment of literature, axial coding process, and the use of several analysis techniques, conditional/consequential matrix and logic diagrams. These tools increase the analytical power and theoretical sensitivity of the researchers. Constructivist GT also encourages the creative writing form as a form of expression to increase the engagement of the researcher in co-construction of participants’ …show more content…
J., Buetow, S., Mills, J., & Francis, K. (2013). Using an emic and etic ethnographic technique in a grounded theory study of information use by practice nurses in New Zealand. Journal of Research in Nursing, 18(8), 720-731.
What paper is about
Hoare mentions her use of emic-etic (outsider-insider) ethnographic technique to increase the theoretical sensitivity. The author introduces herself as a novice grounded theorist as well as a part-time nurse practitioner. Therefore, she believes that she can play an etic (as an expert nurse) as well as emic (critical ethnographer) in studying the nursing context.
Why relevant to my methodology
I plan to conduct my qualitative research in my home town. The language accent there differs to that of mainland Myanmar. Moreover, as a public practitioner devoted in community work for 7 years, I have reasonable field exposure and close contact with the community. This will enable me to build rapport and personal engagement in the research work.
What is taught
This article teaches me how the ethnographic technique increases our ability to recognise what was relevant to the theory being developed in closely observing as a participant, reflecting on this, and enhancing the theoretical