University of Kabianga

Qualitative research and theory development :

Alvesson, Mats, 1956-

Qualitative research and theory development : mystery as method / Mats Alvesson and Dan Kärreman. - Los Angeles : SAGE, 2011. - 132 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. [122]-130) and indexes.

The Use of Empirical Material for Theory Development -- The Role of Constructions and Language in Empirical Research -- Key Methodological Principles for Detecting Mysteries -- A Methodology of Sorts for Theorizing from Empirical Material -- Illustrating the Development and Resolution of Mysteries -- Fieldwork Techniques and Mystery Creation -- Research Guided or Assisted by Mystery?

9780857023247 (pbk.) 0857023241 (pbk.)

2010938870


Social sciences--Research.

H62 / .A4598 2011