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theoretical sampling

theoretical sampling Theoretical sampling is an iterative qualitative research process, especially linked to grounded theory, in which data collection, analysis, and theory development proceed together.

Theoretical sampling is an iterative qualitative research process, especially linked to grounded theory, in which data collection, analysis, and theory development proceed together. What is sampled next is guided by the emerging theory rather than by preset population characteristics.

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Drafting source: BMC: Characterising and justifying sample size sufficiency in interview-based studies. Version of record 2018-11-21; DOI 10.1186/s12874-018-0594-7. “Characterising and justifying sample size sufficiency” (05ea0554db4e6d0f11b4).
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