This paper outlines my concerns with Qualitative Data Analysis’ (QDA) numerous remodelings of Grounded Theory (GT) and the subsequent eroding impact. I cite several examples of the erosion and summarize essential elements of classic GT methodology. It is hoped that the article will clarify my concerns with the continuing enthusiasm but misunderstood embrace of GT by QDA methodologists and serve...

background: clinical learning is one of the important issues that helps the perception of nursing students’ practice in a clinical setting and its effect on their professional development. the aim of this study is to describe and state the manner of clinical learning in nursing students. materials and methods: this qualitative study was conducted as a grounded theory. the individual semi-struct...

abstract background: epilepsy exposes patients to many physical, social, and emotional challenges. thus, it seems to portray a complex picture and needs holistic care. medical treatment and psychosocial part of epilepsy remain central to managing and improving the patient’s qualify of life through team efforts. some studies have shown the dimensions of self‑management, but its management proces...

nowadays, planning is no longer considered merely a scientific and technical career nor agovernment responsibity. it rather functions as a bridge connecting the planners to institutional changes. in otherwords, the planning theory does not develop in a social, economic and political vacuum, but is formulated byindividuals in social situations with the aim of clarifying the enviroment recommendi...

the purpose of this study was to studying the affecting organizational factors oneducational failure of kashan university’ students, the outcomes of educational failureand providing solutions for overcoming or decreasing it. in the present study, thequalitative grounded theory method has been used. in addition, for more access to thedata, institutional analysis methods and analysis of documents...

this paper attempts to analyze the consequences of using facebook and how it affects iranian couples, especially where family privacy is concerned. to put it in other words, the paper offers an argument on the question of how facebook membership challenges stability of the family system in the iranian society.  a special focus will be laid on facebook and its effect on transforming social norms...