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Grounded theory: methodology and philosophical perspective.

Tahereh Najafi Ghezeljeh1, Azita Emami

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Summary

Constructivist grounded theory enhances researcher-participant interaction and analytical insight. This approach, grounded in nursing research, explores ontological, epistemological, and methodological facets.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Research
  • Qualitative Methodology
  • Philosophy of Science

Background:

  • Grounded theory offers a framework for developing theory from data.
  • Traditional grounded theory emphasizes researcher objectivity.
  • A need exists to explore alternative grounded theory approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of grounded theory and constructivist grounded theory.
  • To explore the ontological, epistemological, and methodological underpinnings of constructivist grounded theory.
  • To illustrate the application of constructivist grounded theory in nursing research.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of grounded theory and constructivist grounded theory.
  • Analysis of ontological, epistemological, and methodological differences.

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    • Constructivist grounded theory emphasizes the co-construction of knowledge between researcher and participant.
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    • Constructivist grounded theory offers a valuable alternative for qualitative nursing research.
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