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Using extant literature in a grounded theory study: a personal account
Lee Yarwood-Ross1, Kirsten Jack
1Department of Nursing, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UK.
Nurse Researcher
|March 19, 2015
Summary
This study explores the use of literature in classic grounded theory, advising novice researchers to examine preconceptions and seminal texts. It highlights the decision-making process for adopting classic grounded theory principles in doctoral research.
Area of Science:
- Qualitative research methodology
- Grounded theory methodology
Background:
- The integration of literature in grounded theory is debated among novice researchers.
- Classic grounded theory avoids pre-study literature reviews to minimize preconceptions, unlike Straussian and constructivist approaches.
- Conflicting beliefs exist in seminal texts and the wider academic community regarding literature use.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a personal account of factors influencing the adoption of classic grounded theory principles.
- To guide novice researchers in understanding literature integration in grounded theory studies.
Main Methods:
- Methodological paper detailing author's engagement with the literature debate in grounded theory.
- Analysis of decision-making processes for literature review timing in a doctoral study.
Main Results:
- Classic grounded theory principles were deemed appropriate for the doctoral study.
- Understanding literature use in grounded theory is enhanced through seminal texts, wider engagement, and self-examination of preconceptions.
Conclusions:
- Novice researchers should be aware of diverse perspectives on literature use to make justifiable decisions.
- This paper serves as an example for novice researchers on the decision-making process for delaying pre-study literature reviews in classic grounded theory.
Keywords:
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