Building on the success of the bestselling The SAGE Handbook of Grounded Theory (2007), this title provides a much-needed and up-to-date overview, integrating some revised and updated chapters with new ones exploring recent developments in grounded theory and research methods in general. The highly-acclaimed editors have once again brought together a team of leading academics from a wide range of disciplines, perspectives and countries. This is a method-defining resource for advanced students and researchers across the social sciences.

Part One: The Grounded Theory Method: 50 Years On

Part Two: Theories and Theorizing in Grounded Theory

Part Three: Grounded Theory in Practice

Part Four: Reflections on Using and Teaching Grounded Theory

Part Five: GTM and Qualitative Research Practice

Part Six: GT Researchers and Methods in Local and Global Worlds