The main objective of doing Grounded Theory research is to produce theory from collected data. One of the main tools for data collection is interview method. For theory building purpose, the researcher needs to be able to conceptualize data obtained. In order words, data is only treated as indicators and pointing to certain concepts. Once the core concept is identified, then the process involved around the core concept can be determined, and the theory grounded very much closely to data, has been developed.
The next task is to read inputs from available literature to test and identify more categories and indicators to further solidify the theory.
My biggest task is to develop a theory from ICT project implementation cases in a Least Developed Country (LDC). Big job, but also very rewarding since, my thesis will not be producing merely another DESCRIPTIVE Theory...
I wonder how much time will it take to complete the whole cycles...
First thing first:
1. Work hard to obtain the ethics approval. Planned to be submitted in March
2. The Research proposal. Planned to be completed in February...
3. The 'Nod' from my supervisor to proceed to data collection stage. Hopefully I can start this process by May or June 2011...
I can see a blur light shining at the end of the tunnel (could be just my hallucination)... I just need to work hard, and work harder.... God I miss my daughter...
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