theoretical sampling

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is sampling of new data that is informed by the analysis of data already collected, as part of an emergent research design

The concept is used in particular in grounded theory methodology

See: Grounded theory

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Former school and college science teacher, teacher educator, research supervisor, and research methods lecturer. Emeritus Professor of Science Education at the University of Cambridge.