Critical Appraisal Of The Quality Of Grounded Theory Studies

Quality is an ambiguous and difficult concept in qualitative studies. Critique research studies, is basic processes in the development of knowledge. All studies have strengths and weaknesses. The choice of the method of study depends on the phenomenon of qualitative comments and questions of the research. Grounded theory is a method for studying social processes and structures. The key elements of grounded theory include theoretical sampling, constant comparison, open coding, axial and selective, recalling and theoretical saturation. From the standpoint of quantitative researchers, confidence in grounded theory studies with internal validity and external validity and transferability of credits approved by the reliability and objectivity of the times. In spite of very diverse criteria, studies based on grounded theory methodology 2015, should however the methodology and the quality and applicability evaluated.