Axial coding
Axial coding is the breaking down of core themes during
theoretical framework underlines the importance of "analysing and modelling action and interaction strategies of the actors" (para. 16). Axial coding is a cornerstone of Strauss and Corbin's (1990, 1998) approach but is regarded by Charmaz (2006) as highly structured and optional.[1][2][3][4][5]
References
- ^ Charmaz, K. (2006). Constructing grounded theory: A practical guide through qualitative analysis. London: Sage.
- ^ Gatrell, A.C. (2002) Geographies of Health: an Introduction, Oxford: Blackwell.
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- ^ Strauss, A. L., & Corbin, J. M. (1990). Basics of qualitative research: grounded theory procedures and techniques. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
- ^ Strauss, A. L., & Corbin, J. M. (1998). Basics of qualitative research: Grounded theory procedures and techniques (2nd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.