Types of Grounded Theory Studies

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What is a key emphasis in the constructivist approach of Charmaz (2005) to grounded theory?

  • Saturating categories through numerous interviews
  • Systematic procedures
  • Theory development from researcher-participant interactions (correct)
  • Constant comparison of data

How many interviews does a researcher typically conduct in the systematic, analytic procedures of Strauss and Corbin to saturate the categories?

  • 30 to 40 interviews
  • 20 to 30 interviews (correct)
  • 10 to 15 interviews
  • 5 to 10 interviews

What is a primary objective of the investigator in the systematic procedures of Strauss and Corbin?

  • Creating theoretical concepts
  • Focusing on statistical analysis
  • Systematically developing a theory to explain a process (correct)
  • Developing a philosophical framework

What does Corbin and Strauss (2015) further develop beyond the original grounded theory model?

<p>Conditional or consequential matrix (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key challenge that researchers face in Grounded Theory Research?

<p>Determining when categories are saturated or when the theory is sufficiently detailed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is setting aside theoretical ideas important in Grounded Theory Research?

<p>To allow for a central phenomenon to emerge (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the prescribed categories of information in the theory according to Corbin and Strauss?

<p>Central phenomenon, causal conditions, strategies, conditions and context, and consequences (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Charmaz's approach differ from Strauss and Corbin's method?

<p>Charmaz's approach is more adaptable and less structured (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which analysis strategy is used to help researchers connect macro and micro conditions in Grounded Theory Research?

<p>Conditional matrix (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the concentric circles with labels in the analysis strategy described in the text?

<p>To indicate levels of influence from individual to global world (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of theory might result from studies that conclude with a theory developed in selective coding, according to the text?

<p>Substantive, low-level theory (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Grounded Theory Research, what is the main role of the investigator during axial coding?

<p>Connecting categories in new ways (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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