Grounded Theory

Melanie Birks is employed as Professor of Nursing (Teaching and Learning) at James Cook University, a role which serves her passions for education, research and nursing. Her primary focus is on the promotion of scholarship in teaching and learning through mentorship and fostering a culture of research. She has extensive experience in international education, having taught in Hong Kong, Singapore, Papua New Guinea and Malaysia. Her research interests are in the areas of accessibility, innovation, relevance and quality in nursing education to ensure preparation of graduates who are industry-ready and able to make a contribution to the profession. Her commitment to research is reflected in her publication history, which includes numerous journal articles and book chapters. Most recently, she co-authored a qualitative research text for graduate students, Qualitative methodology: A Practical Guide with Dr Jane Mills.

Preparing For Grounded Theory Research
Introducing Grounded Theory
Philosophical Perspective In Grounded Theory
Quality Grounded Theory Processes And Products
Planning A Successful Grounded Theory Study
Thinking Like A Grounded Theorist
Proposing Your Grounded Theory Research
Managing Yourself And Others In Grounded Theory Research
Producing Grounded Theory
Generating And Collecting Data
Data Analysis In Grounded Theory
From Analysis To Theory
Maximising Grounded Theory Impact