Qian (Eileen) Yang
Eileen is a PhD candidate from Sydney School of Education and Social Work at the University of Sydney. Her study investigates how international postgraduate coursework students navigate academic writing expectations in Australian universities. She is interested in using qualitative and mixed methods in research.
Session
Mixed methods-grounded theory (MM-GT) has emerged as a powerful approach, blending qualitative and quantitative data to develop theory rooted in empirical evidence. This presentation explores the use of MM-GT in my PhD study on "How international postgraduate coursework students navigate academic writing expectations in Australian universities", highlighting the rationale behind choosing this method and the unique challenges it presents to doctoral researchers.
The session will cover the entire research process, from aligning the research paradigm with study goals to data collection, analysis and interpretation. Special attention will be given to six critical areas: research paradigm, sampling, data collection instruments, data analysis, integration of findings, and theory construction.
It offers an honest look at the process from research design to completion, discussing the practical aspects, challenges, and necessary adjustments involved. A key focus will be the challenges encountered throughout the study and the strategies employed to address them. By sharing these experiences, I aim to provide insights and tips for researchers considering the use of MM-GT in their own work.