Grounded Theory for Qualitative Research
A Practical Guide
- Cathy Urquhart - Manchester Metropolitan University, UK, Lund University, Sweden
Based on the author's own wealth of experience this timely, engaging book helps first-time researchers to discover the excitement of grounded theory method.
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 method 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 questions:
- What is grounded theory?
- How do we code and theorize 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 method.
The book is well written and structured. It is particularly helpful in the construction of theory section - it seems that one of the main reasons that PhD students fail to graduate is because the contribution to theory is insufficient. This book assists them to "see' what needs to be done
A well written practical guide explaining the principles of applying grounded theory to any research project.
This book provides a useful and thoughtful stage by stage guide through the theory and practice of grounded theory. The chapter on 'building theory' is not only useful within this methodology but would be a useful framework for students developing such skills for use in other research approaches.
Very straight forward. Grabs reader from the start via the optins that GT offers
This provides a sound grounding for students new to research
Very useful
Supported understanding across students research, use across multiple levels effectively.
Thuis is a good book which students can use for guiding them through the stages of Grounded Theory
This is a useful book for the undergraduate student looking to having a clearer understanding of grounded theory. It is a helpful guide when they are analysing their final year dissertation.
Clearly written, well-researched and easy to understand. Cathy has made Grounded Theory a very accessible methodology.
