Grounded Theory Course

Thursday, May 29, 2025, 9:00 AM - Friday, May 30, 2025, 5:00 PM, Virtual-Zoom


This two-day online intensive institute provides an overview of the basics of grounded theory research. Grounded theory is one of the most common qualitative research methodologies used in health research. The institute is designed for professionals and students in all health and social science disciplines and at any place along their grounded theory journey. Attendees receive didactic lectures that address the background and philosophy of grounded theory research, study procedures, steps of data analysis, techniques for writing grounded theory grant proposals, and strategies to enhance study credibility. The institute also includes “hands-on” activities aim at framing an interview question, developing an interview guide, and analyzing data. Dr. Draucker uses examples from her own grounded theory research to enrich discussions.

1. Discuss the historical and philosophical evolution of grounded theory research
2. Describe the key tenets of grounded theory methods including constant comparison analysis, theoretical sampling, memo-writing, and theory construction
3. Propose a research question aimed at uncovering a psychosocial process within the attendee’s substantive area
4. Create a grounded theory interview guide
5. Conduct initial and focused coding on narrative data
6. Describe key components of a grounded theory study proposal
7. Identify several procedures to ensure credibility of grounded theory studies

Price: $650

In support of improving patient care, Indiana University School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations please contact the IUSM CME office at 317-274-0104 or [email protected]. One week advance notice will allow us to provide seamless access. Please ensure to specify the accommodations you need in order to participate.

ANCC Contact Hours (13.50 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (13.50 hours)

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Indiana University School of Medicine, Continuing Medical Education adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.