Browsing by Person "Jones, Derek"

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Choosing a Methodological Path: Reflections on the Constructivist Turn
(2012-06) Breckenridge, Jenna; Jones, Derek; Elliott, Ian; Nicol, Margaret
Researchers deciding to use grounded theory are faced with complex decisions regarding which method or version of grounded theory to use: Classic, straussian, feminist or constructivist grounded theory. Particularly for beginning PhD researchers, this can prove challenging given the complexities of the inherent philosophical debates and the ambiguous and conflicting use of grounded theory versions within popular literature. The aim of this article is to demystify the differences between classic and constructivist grounded theory, presenting a critique of constructivist grounded theory that is rooted in the learning experiences of the first author as she grappled with differing perspectives during her own PhD research.
Demystifying Theoretical Sampling in Grounded Theory Research.
(2009-06) Breckenridge, Jenna; Jones, Derek
Theoretical sampling is a central tenet of classic grounded theory and is essential to the development and refinement of a theory that is 'grounded' in data. While many authors appear to share concurrent definitions of theoretical sampling, the ways in which the process is actually executed remain largely elusive and inconsistent. As such, employing and describing the theoretical sampling process can present a particular challenge to novice researchers embarking upon their first grounded theory study. This article has been written in response to the challenges faced by the first author whilst writing a grounded theory proposal. It is intended to clarify theoretical sampling for new grounded theory researchers, offering some insight into the practicalities of selecting and employing a theoretical sampling strategy. It demonstrates that the credibility of a theory cannot be dissociated from the process by which it has been generated and seeks to encourage and challenge researchers to approach theoretical sampling in a way that is apposite to the core principles of the classic grounded theory methodology.
Internet research and informed consent: An ethical model for using archived emails
(Mark Allen Healthcare, 2007-09) Watson, Mohinder; Jones, Derek; Burns, L.
Ethical conduct involving research participants rests on the Belmont principles of autonomy, beneficence and justice. Novel methods present new challenges in safeguarding these principles. The increasing use of data obtained from the internet in health research raises important questions regarding obligations to people posting personal information online. Ethical issues warrant special consideration since guidelines are only beginning to emerge, placing greater onus on the researcher's discretion. This paper presents a model (a synthesis of the work of Eysenbach and Till (2001) and Kraut et al (2004)) to assist in decision-making regarding obtaining or waiving informed consent when using archived emails from websites. For illustrative purposes, the application of the model to a PhD project is described.
Pain and the sociological imagination.
(2009) Jones, Derek
Parents' Experiences of Caring For a Child with Chronic Pain
(Sage, 2010-09) Maciver, Donald; Jones, Derek; Nicol, Maggie
Involvement of parents in their children's pain management is universally accepted as best practice, yet there is little understanding of their needs. Twelve parents of children with chronic pain were recruited to this study where the impact of caring for a child with chronic pain was explored. All parents started in distress, and most moved into a stance that enabled them to balance the child's needs with their own. These parents discussed stepping back- from their child's distress and gaining mastery over fearful emotional reactions. A minority remained in distress, finding an adaptive response to the child's pain challenging. Catastrophic thinking, fear of pain and the desire to fulfill a nurturing parental role led parents to place themselves continually on call.- Findings indicate that parents might require support to care effectively for their children, and that many the actions necessitated by child pain require complex and counterintuitive decisions.
Psychosocial aspects of scuba diving for people with physical disabilities: an occupational science perspective.
(Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists, 2007-02) Carin-Levy, Gail; Jones, Derek
PURPOSE: This project investigated the psychosocial benefits of scuba diving for individuals with acquired physical impairments. METHOD: In-depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 3 volunteers recruited from a diving club specializing in training people with disabilities to dive. Qualitative methods were used to analyze the data in order to identify the themes recurring in the interviews. RESULTS: The respondents indicated that diving is a challenging, enjoyable activity that enhances their quality of life through enriched social experiences and improved self-concept. Furthermore, subjects stressed that carrying out the activity in a buoyant environment allowed them to feel weightless, thus free from their impairments and equal to non-disabled divers. IMPLICATIONS: The study highlighted the need to carry out further research in this field in order to gain better insight into the impact of scuba diving on the quality of life of people with physical impairments. French But. Ce projet avait pour but d'examiner les avantages psychosociaux de la plonge sous-marine pour les personnes ayant des dficiences physiques acquises. Mthodologie. Des entrevues semi-structures en profondeur ont t ralises auprs de trois participants volontaires recruts dans un club de plonge spcialis dans l'enseignement de la plonge des personnes ayant des dficiences physiques. Des mthodes qualitatives ont t utilises afin d'analyser les donnes, en vue de dterminer les thmes rcurrents dans les entrevues. Rsultats. Les rpondants ont indiqu que la plonge tait une activit agrable, pleine de dfis qui rehaussait leur qualit de vie grce aux riches expriences sociales vcues et l'amlioration de leur concept de soi. Par ailleurs, les sujets ont affirm que le fait de faire une activit en milieu flottant leur permettait d'avoir une impression d'apesanteur, et qu'ils se sentaient librs de leur handicap et gaux face des plongeurs sans handicap. Consquences. L'tude a permis de mettre en relief le besoin de poursuivre des recherches dans ce domaine afin de mieux comprendre les effets de la plonge sous-marine sur la qualit de vie des personnes ayant des dficiences physiques.
The analysis of interaction in online focus groups
(Mark Allen Publishing LTD, 2006-10-07) Watson, Mohinder; Peacock, Susi; Jones, Derek
Computer mediated communication has enabled researchers to transfer the focus group method to the online environment. This has important practical, ethical and theoretical implications including the challenge of maximizing and analysing focus group interaction in a faceless medium, devoid of visual and vocal cues. In the online setting where written communication is the only means of understanding data, interaction offers the researcher a critical window to interpret meaning and to understand better what is happening in the social context of the group. A schema of questions has been used in this study to draw attention to this interaction and to examine the transcripts of online focus groups, which sought to investigate the lived experiences of sufferers of repetitive strain injury. Five asynchronous online focus groups were conducted on a closed website specifically created for the study. Online focus group interaction was found to generate rich qualitative data. More studies are required to explore what is potentially an innovative tool for qualitative researchers.
Understanding Twitter
(College of Occupational Therapists, 2013-06-17) Maclean, Fiona; Jones, Derek; Carin-Levy, Gail; Hunter, Heather
This opinion piece introduces, defines and considers the application of Twitter within occupational therapy research and education. It defines what this social networking tool is and examines its potential for use in occupational therapy education, its use by students and within research. It raises critical issues that the profession must address in relation to the responsible use of Twitter. This opinion piece strongly advocates for the use of Twitter, as a form of social media that needs to be better used and understood by educators, researchers and practitioners within occupational therapy.
Work and the Role of the Occupational Therapist
(Churchill Livingstone, 1998-09) Yuill, C.; McMillan, Ian R.; Blair, Sheena; Hartery, Terry; Jones, Derek; Jones, R. Kenneth
Introducing a textbook focusing on the areas of sociology of direct relevance to the theory and practice of Occupational Therapy. Authored by a team of experienced lecturers in sociology and OT lecturers with a background in social science, this pragmatic text demonstrates how sociological theory impacts the practice of OT's. Features activities in each chapter that encourage the reader to make their own links between the text and their own experience in OT practice and everyday life.