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Understanding, choosing and applying grounded theory: part 1

Background Grounded theory is one of the most widely used qualitative research methodologies. However, it is complex and frequently misinterpreted and misapplied.

29 Nov 2018
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Comprehensive evaluation of interventions: eight vital parameters

Background It is critically important to determine the effectiveness of an intervention before it can be translated into clinical

26 Nov 2018
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A step-by-step approach to developing scales for survey research

Background While questionnaires and scales are some of the simplest methods of collecting data, their development requires a rigor

20 Nov 2018
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Application of meta-summary to derive a measurement instrument

Background Measurement tools are a common method to collect data in observational and survey research.

15 Nov 2018
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Can virtual learning environments be used as research platforms?

Background Many higher education institutions use virtual learning environments (VLEs), with one in seven students learning exclus

08 Nov 2018
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Practical impressions of interpretative phenomenological analysis from the novice’s standpoint

Background Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) is an approach to qualitative analysis that has increasingly been used i

19 Sep 2018
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A review of the non-equivalent control group post-test-only design

Background Quantitative research designs are broadly classified as either experimental or quasi-experimental.

18 Sep 2018
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Silence

Background The Silences Framework (Serrant-Green 2011) originated from research exploring e

17 Sep 2018
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Data analysis

Background Data management and analysis are crucial stages in research, particularly qualitative research, which accumulates large

14 Sep 2018
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Giving voice to adults with intellectual disabilities and experience of mental ill-health: validity of a psychosocial approach

Background Mental ill-health is more prevalent among adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) than in the wider population.

13 Sep 2018
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A systematic review of structural equation modelling in nursing research

Background A growing number of nursing studies have used structural equation modelling (SEM) analysis.

12 Sep 2018
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Using ‘draw, write and tell’ to understand children’s health-related experiences

Background In recognising the capability and rights of children to express their experiences, ‘draw, write and tell’ (DWT) has eme

11 Sep 2018

Background Qualitative research skills, especially those used in narrative inquiry, are challenging to develop.

06 Sep 2018

Background The authors designed the evidence-based nursing practice assessment tool (EBNPAT) to measure the competence of nurses in using the five-step evidence-based practice model: ask, acquire, appraise, apply and assess.

08 Jun 2018

Background The increase in the number of international research studies means more surveys need to be adapted for use in different languages. To obtain valid cross-cultural study results, researchers often use translated surveys.

01 Jun 2018

Background Cultural beliefs and ways of thinking need to be considered when interviewing Arab participants with chronic diseases.

Aim To provide insights into the challenges of interviewing Arab participants.

29 May 2018

Background The interpretive paradigm and hermeneutic phenomenological design are the most popular methods used in international cross-cultural research in healthcare, nurse education and nursing practice.

29 May 2018

Background There is a growing body of literature providing reflective accounts and critical examination of the challenges faced by insider researchers.

22 May 2018

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