(Constructive) Grounded Theory

Question 1

What is grounded theory?

Answer 1

A research methodology that aims to generate or discover a theory through the collection and analysis of data.

Question 2

What is the primary goal of grounded theory?

Answer 2

To develop a theory that is grounded in data collected from participants.

Question 3

Which of the following is a key characteristic of grounded theory? A) Hypothesis testing B) Data-driven theory generation C) Pre-existing theories

Answer 3

B) Data-driven theory generation

Question 4

What method is often used in grounded theory for data collection?

Answer 4

Qualitative interviews, observations, and document analysis.

Question 5

What is ‘theoretical sampling’ in grounded theory?

Answer 5

A process of data collection where the researcher selects new participants based on emerging findings.

Question 6

Short answer: What is the purpose of coding in grounded theory?

Answer 6

To categorize and interpret data to identify patterns and generate theories.

Question 7

What does the term ‘constant comparative method’ refer to in grounded theory?

Answer 7

A method where data is continuously compared with emerging categories and concepts to refine the theory.

Question 8

What is open coding in qualitative research?

Answer 8

Open coding is the initial phase of coding where researchers identify and label concepts, themes, and categories from qualitative data without predefined codes.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: Selective coding focuses on identifying the _____ of the research story by integrating and refining categories.

Answer 9

core category

Question 10

Which coding method is primarily concerned with developing a theoretical framework from the data?

Answer 10

Selective coding

Question 11

What is the primary purpose of axial coding?

Answer 11

To relate categories to subcategories and to develop a deeper understanding of the data.