The Meaning of “Phenomenology”: Qualitative and Philosophical Phenomenological Research Methods

I show some problems with recent discussions within qualitative research that centre around the “authenticity” of phenomenological methods. argue attempts to restrict scope term “phenomenology” via reference philosophy Husserl are misguided, because meaning is only broadly restricted by etymology. My argument has two prongs: first, a discussion Husserl, canonical tradition gives rise many traits contemporary theory purportedly insufficiently genuine (such as characterisations phenomenology “what-its-likeness” and presuppositionless description). Second, it not adherence theories methods prior practitioners such justifies moniker anyway. Thus, extent which researchers ought engage philosophical or adhere particular edict Husserlian methodology be determined fit between subject matter conclude still qualify if they develop their own set theoretical terms, traditions, instead importing them from phenomenology.