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Using survey data to assist theoretical sampling in grounded theory research.
1Department of Acute Nursing, School of Health, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK.
Nurse Researcher
|November 17, 2009
Summary
Grounded theory methods offer a way to explain social processes. This study explores theoretical sampling for participant selection and its use with survey data, highlighting benefits and drawbacks.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Qualitative Research Methods
Background:
- Grounded theory is a methodology for developing theory from data.
- Understanding social processes requires context-specific explanations.
- Theoretical sampling is a key component of grounded theory.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss theoretical sampling in grounded theory.
- To examine the application of theoretical sampling using survey data.
- To evaluate the utility and limitations of survey data in this context.
Main Methods:
- Grounded theory methodology.
- Theoretical sampling for participant selection.
- Analysis of survey data within a grounded theory framework.
Main Results:
- Theoretical sampling guides iterative data collection and analysis.
- Survey data can be utilized in grounded theory, but with limitations.
- Practical challenges exist in applying theoretical sampling with survey data.
Conclusions:
- Grounded theory provides a robust framework for social process explanation.
- Theoretical sampling is crucial for developing context-specific theories.
- The use of survey data in grounded theory requires careful consideration of its value and limitations.
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