Framework Analysis: A whole paradigm approach

Kiernan, Matt and Hill, Michael (2018) Framework Analysis: A whole paradigm approach. Qualitative Research Journal, 18 (3). pp. 248-261. ISSN 1443-9883

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Official URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/QRJ-D-17-00008

Abstract

Purpose
Students of social research methods in search of a ‘Haynes Manual’ type set of instructions are often, if not invariably, thwarted in their ambitions and are either confronted with an abstract description which remains firmly at the level of methodology or, alternatively, an uncritical mechanical template for application. The intention of this paper is not to rectify these deficits, but rather to make the interplay between epistemological and methodological concerns and those relating to method visible to inspection.

Design
To illustrate this interplay, we present one example of a piece of applied policy research which employed a process of Framework Analysis.

Findings
It is argued that rhetorical transparency in the creation of any qualitative account enhances its authenticity, and in part, this article demonstrates that it remains possible to maintain reflexive awareness of epistemological and methodological concerns whilst at the same time pursuing clear and practical methodical guidelines.

Originality
This article provides unique approach to providing researchers with a practical guide to Framework Analysis with theoretical reflection on the wider methodological concerns.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: B700 Nursing
G200 Operational Research
X200 Research and Study Skills in Education
Department: Faculties > Health and Life Sciences > Nursing, Midwifery and Health
Depositing User: Dr Matt Kiernan
Date Deposited: 14 Feb 2018 10:39
Last Modified: 01 Aug 2021 09:35
URI: http://nrl.northumbria.ac.uk/id/eprint/33270

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