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How to code gerunds in constructivist grounded theory research: an example
Kasey Ann Irwin1, Frank Donnelly2, Janet Kelly3
1Adelaide Nursing School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Background:
Coding for gerunds is useful in developing theory in grounded theory. However, it can be confusing for the novice researcher to recognise these words, which consider actions more abstractly.
Aim:
To explain how to identify, analyse and code gerunds, using the example of a constructivist grounded theory study investigating the design of operating rooms.
Discussion:
Coding for gerunds helped to illustrate participants' actions and sequences in the example study and added depth to the researcher's understanding of certain topics.
Conclusion:
Coding gerunds can improve the insights obtained in grounded theory studies.
Implications For Practice:
This article may encourage nurse researchers to focus on actions to add depth to their qualitative analyses.
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