Using Grounded Theory

“With its emphasis on practical application, clear explanations of terms and illustrated throughout, Using Grounded Theory provides an immersive text that gives the reader a real sense of how to do grounded theory.”-Tom Andrews, PhD, Lecturer Emeritus, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University College Cork.“Helen Scott, a second-generation grounded theorist trained directly by Barney G. Glaser, draws on years of mentoring experience to provide clear guidance on applying this research methodology. I highly recommend her book Using Grounded Theory”-Matyas Bodi, PhD, Research Fellow, Regent’s Park College, University of Oxford.“Helen Scott brings the whole package of grounded theory to life, presenting it excitingly and practically, drawing on her extensive experience guiding researchers. Using Grounded Theory serves not only as a valuable guide for both novice and advanced researchers but also as a significant contribution to the growing and powerful grounded theory community.”-Johan Brugmans, PhD, Rotterdam University, Human & Organizational Behavior

Dr. Helen Scott is a respected grounded theorist and mentor with extensive experience supporting researchers worldwide across a range of disciplines, including psychology, nursing, healthcare, business, leadership, education, and sociology. She is a founding member of the International Association of Grounded Theorists and co-organized the successful 2024 conference “Grounded Theory Futures”. She also serves as a consultant researcher for global, national, and local organizations.

Helen Scott was trained in grounded theory by Dr. Barney Glaser. Her work draws on this training and on her rich experiences of holding troubleshooting seminars, supervising and mentoring novice grounded theorists, and the real-world examples that mentees and peers generously share.

A passionate advocate for grounded theory, Helen Scott emphasizes practical engagement with the methodology. With this book and through her regular networking meetings at “Grounded Theory Coffee Connect” and through her seminars and workshops, Helen fosters a thriving community of grounded theorists. Her contributions have made grounded theory more accessible and actionable for doctoral and master’s students, postgraduate researchers, supervisors, teachers of research, and professionals alike.