00-00-0000 This article will explore the philosophical underpinnings of the constructivist research paradigm.
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This article will explore the philosophical underpinnings of the constructivist research paradigm. Despite its increasing popularity in evaluative health research studies there is limited recognition of constructivism in popular research topics Lincoln and Guba's original approach to constructivist methodology is outlined and a detailed framework for nursing research is presented Fundamental issues and concerns surrounding this methodology are debated fall of the curtain differences between method and methodology are highlighted. solution words: constructivism, naturalistic inquiry, nursing