Linking Symbolic Interactionism and Grounded Theory Methods in a Research Design: From Corbin and Strauss' Assumptions to Action

Author(s)
Chamberlain-Salaun, Jennifer
Mills, Jane
Usher, Kim
Publication Date
2013
Abstract
This article focuses on Corbin and Strauss' evolved version of grounded theory. In the third edition of their seminal text, 'Basics of Qualitative Research: Techniques and Procedures for Developing Grounded Theory', the authors present 16 assumptions that underpin their conception of grounded theory methodology. The assumptions stem from a symbolic interactionism perspective of social life, including the themes of meaning, action and interaction, self and perspectives. As research design incorporates both methodology and methods, the authors aim to expose the linkages between the 16 assumptions and essential grounded theory methods, highlighting the application of the latter in light of the former. Analyzing the links between symbolic interactionism and essential grounded theory methods provides novice researchers and researchers new to grounded theory with a foundation from which to design an evolved grounded theory research study.
Citation
Sage Open, 3(3), p. 1-10
ISSN
2158-2440
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Language
en
Publisher
Sage Publications, Inc
Title
Linking Symbolic Interactionism and Grounded Theory Methods in a Research Design: From Corbin and Strauss' Assumptions to Action
Type of document
Journal Article
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Publication

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