Lecturers, request your electronic inspection copy Kathy Charmaz presents the definitive guide to doing grounded theory from a constructivist perspective. This second edition of her groundbreaking text retains the accessibility and warmth of the first edition whilst introducing cutting edge examples and practical tips. This expanded second edition: - explores how to effectively focus on data collection - demonstrates how to use data for theorizing - adds two new chapters that guide you through conducting and analysing interviews in grounded theory - adds a new chapter on symbolic interactionism and grounded theory - considers recent epistemological debates about the place of prior theory - discusses the legacy of Anselm Strauss for grounded theory. This is a seminal title for anyone serious about understanding and doing grounded theory research. Kathy Charmaz Presents The Definitive Guide To Doing Grounded Theory From A Constructivist Perspective. This Second Edition Of Her Groundbreaking Text Retains The Accessibility And Warmth Of The First Edition Whilst Introducing Cutting Edge Examples And Practical Tips.--page 4 Of Cover. An Invitation To Grounded Theory -- Gathering Rich Data -- Crafting And Conducting Intensive Interviews -- Interviewing In Grounded Theory Studies -- The Logic Of Grounded Theory Coding Practices And Initial Coding -- Focused Coding And Beyond -- Memo-writing -- Theoretical Sampling, Saturation, And Sorting -- Reconstructing Theorizing In Grounded Theory Studies -- Symbolic Interactionism And Grounded Theory -- Writing The Draft -- Reflecting On The Research Process. Kathy Charmaz. Includes Bibliographical References (pages 346-378) And Index (pages 379-388). "Kathy Charmaz presents the definitive guide to doing grounded theory from a constructivist perspective. This second edition of her groundbreaking text retains the accessibility and warmth of the first edition whilst introducing cutting edge examples and practical tips. This expanded second edition has the following features : how to effectively focus on data collection ; demonstrates how to use data for theorizing ; adds two new chapters that guide you through conducting and analysing interviews in grounded theory ; adds a new chapter on symbolic interactionism and grounded theory ; considers recent epistemological debates about the place of prior theory ; and discusses the legacy of Anselm Strauss for grounded theory. This is a seminal title for anyone serious about understanding and doing grounded theory research."-- From back cover This is the second edition of Kathy Charmaz's groundbreaking and bestselling text on grounded theory. Infused with a dazzling array of new examples of practice from diverse disciplines and professions, it retains the accessible and engaging style of the first edition to present a benchmark introduction to doing grounded theory from a constructivist perspective. This expanded second edition: - Explores how to effectively focus on data collection and to think about it for theorizing - Adds two new chapters that guide the.. An Invitation to Grounded TheoryGathering Rich DataCrafting and Conducting Intensive InterviewsInterviewing in Grounded Theory Studies The Logic of Grounded Theory Coding Practices and Initial Coding Focused Coding and beyond Memo-WritingTheoretical Sampling, Saturation and SortingReconstructing Theory in Grounded Theory StudiesSymbolic Interactionism and Grounded TheoryWriting the DraftReflecting on the Research Process Presenting readers with a reflective view of Grounded Theory from a constructivist perspective, this Second Edition continues to expertly introduce key debates in the field.