Essentials of critical-constructivist grounded theory research / Heidi M. Levitt.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Levitt, Heidi M., author.

Series:

Essentials of qualitative methods series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Grounded theory.

Qualitative research--Methodology.

Qualitative research.

Psychology--Qualitative research.

Psychology.

Critical theory.

Constructivism (Psychology).

Physical Description:

viii, 112 pages ; 23 cm.

Place of Publication:

Washington, DC : American Psychological Association, [2021]

Summary:

"The brief, practical texts in the Essentials of Qualitative Methods series introduce social science and psychology researchers to key approaches to capturing phenomena not easily measured quantitatively, offering exciting, nimble opportunities to gather in-depth qualitative data. This book provides a step-by-step description of how to use critical-constructivist grounded theory (CCGT) methods. This flexible approach can aid researchers in investigating topics within psychological, interpersonal, and sociocultural contexts. It leads readers to reflexively examine their research process, incorporate critical and constructivist procedures, and produce rich, multi-layered findings that demonstrate methodological integrity. The author guides researchers so that their own research goals shape the application of CCGT methods and their specific inquiry is strengthened. About the Essentials of Qualitative Methods book series: Even for experienced researchers, selecting and correctly applying the right method can be challenging. In this groundbreaking series, leading experts in qualitative methods provide clear, crisp, and comprehensive descriptions of their approach, including its methodological integrity, and its benefits and limitations. Each book includes numerous examples to enable readers to quickly and thoroughly grasp how to leverage these valuable methods"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Machine generated contents note: 1. Conceptual Foundations of Critical-Constructivist Grounded Theory

What Is Grounded Theory?

Grounded Theory as Situated in Qualitative Research

Epistemological Perspectives

Critical-Constructivist Grounded Theory

Key Procedures in Grounded Theory Method

2. Designing the Study

Appropriate Research Goals for a Critical-Constructivist Grounded Theory Method

Contraindicated Questions

Research Team Considerations

Research Using Interview and Written or Archival Data

Memoing

3. Establishing Methodological Integrity

Fidelity in Critical-Constructivist Grounded Theory Methods

Utility in Grounded Theory Methods

4. Collecting the Data

Selecting and Recruiting Participants

Developing an Interview Protocol and Interviewing

Researcher-Participant Alliance: Who Should Ask What and How to Establish Rapport

Research Ethics

5. Analyzing the Data and Producing Results

Creating Meaning Units and Labeling Them

Constant Comparison and the Creation of Initial Categories

Inferential Processes Underlying the Creation of the Hierarchy

Incorporating a Critical-Constructivist Lens in Categorization

The Process of Hierarchy Review

Methodological Integrity Checks

Example of Using a Word Processor to Conduct Analysis

Aggregating Grounded Theory Studies: Grounded Theory Meta-Analysis

6. Writing a Manuscript

Introduction

Method

Results

Discussion

7. Summary and Conclusions

Benefits and Advantages of Critical-Constructivist Grounded Theory

Limitations and Weaknesses of Critical-Constructivist Grounded Theory

Developing a Thesis or Dissertation Timeline

Final Thoughts.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Online version: Levitt, Heidi M. Essentials of critical-constructivist grounded theory research

ISBN:

9781433834523

1433834529

OCLC:

1202730477

Publisher Number:

99988678839

40030485252