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Developing empirical research: an example informed by a Habermasian approach

Jane Broadbent (University of London, London)
Richard Laughlin (University of Essex, Colchester)

Accounting, Auditing & Accountability Journal

ISSN: 0951-3574

Article publication date: 1 December 1997

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Abstract

Engages with the call for more case study research and provides an example of a methodology informed by a Habermasian approach. Seeks to clarify the methodology and the methods adopted and provides an example of “middle range” thinking (Laughlin, 1995). Extends the insights provided by Laughlin (1987) in his argument for the adoption of critical theory and can be seen as entering into a discourse with this earlier work. Located in the context of an ongoing programme of research in the UK public sector, seeks to provide an exemplar of the application of a Habermasian discourse‐based approach, as well as providing an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the approach in practice. In the spirit of “middle range” thinking appears to use the frameworks provided as a foundation from which to commence the research process, yet use the experiences gained in undertaking the research as a way to develop the frameworks themselves.

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Broadbent, J. and Laughlin, R. (1997), "Developing empirical research: an example informed by a Habermasian approach", Accounting, Auditing & Accountability Journal, Vol. 10 No. 5, pp. 622-648. https://doi.org/10.1108/09513579710194027

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