scholarly journals DEVELOPING A MODIFIED REPERTORY GRID INSTRUMENT FOR ELICITING RESEARCH PARTICIPANT’S PERSONAL CONSTRUCTS

2014 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sri Imelwaty
Keyword(s):  
Repertory Grid ◽  
Personal Construct ◽  
Personal Construct Theory ◽  
Repertory Grid Technique ◽  
Personal Constructs ◽  
Construct Theory ◽  
Grid Technique ◽  
Research Questions

Previous application of the repertory grid technique in exploring participants’ personal constructs has been noteworthy. However, this technique could be modified to suit the purposes of the research questions, the conditions of the participants and the context of the study. This paper presents personal constructs theory which underpins the repertory grid technique and it also proposes the ways to developa modified repertory grid instrument for eliciting teachers’ personal constructs. According to Kelly (1955), a seminal psychologist, individual forms their constructs based on their observations and experiences and these personal constructs are used to interpret events. To elicit participants’ personal constructs regarding the topic under study, the repertory grid instrument, which is developed based on Kelly’s Personal Construct Theory, could bemodified through interview trials. After conducting the interview trials, the resultsshould be analyzed to identify whether this instrument is effective not only for participants but also for the researchers. The modified repertory grid instrument should allow and support participants in formalizing and elaborating their personal constructs. For the researchers, the instrument should be helpful to identify the participants’ personal constructs based on their own conceptions and understandings toward the topic under study.

The Rationale and Clinical Relevance of Repertory Grid Technique

1965 ◽  
Vol 111 (479) ◽  
pp. 977-982 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Bannister
Keyword(s):  
Repertory Grid ◽  
Personal Construct ◽  
Personal Construct Theory ◽  
Repertory Grid Technique ◽  
Repertory Grids ◽  
Sorting Tests ◽  
Construct Theory ◽  
Grid Technique ◽  
Sorting Test ◽  
Derivatives Of

All forms of Repertory Grid technique are derivatives of an original proposed by G. A. Kelly (1955) as an integral part of the development of Personal Construct Theory (summarized Bannister, 1962). In essence, repertory grids are forms of sorting test. They differ from conventional sorting tests in that there are no standard sorting materials or sorting categories nor is there any standard single form of administration or scoring procedure. Their unique characteristics are that:

Personal Constructs of Fluency: A Study Comparing Stutterers and Nonstutterers

1990 ◽  
Vol 66 (2) ◽  
pp. 375-378 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Naidoo ◽  
Y G Pillay
Keyword(s):  
Repertory Grid ◽  
Personal Construct ◽  
Repertory Grid Technique ◽  
Personal Constructs ◽  
Grid Technique ◽  
Communication Subsystems

The personal construct systems relating to fluency of a group of five stutterers and a group of five nonstutterers were examined using the repertory grid technique. The results support findings that stereotypical notions about stuttering were characteristic of both stutterers and nonstutterers and did not support Fransella's 1972 assumption that constructs relating to fluency differ in the communication subsystems of stutterers and nonstutterers.

Personal Constructs in School Psychology

1987 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Reynolds ◽  
Henry L. Janzen
Keyword(s):  
School Psychology ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Personal Construct ◽  
Personal Construct Theory ◽  
Personal Constructs ◽  
Positive Aspect ◽  
Construct Theory ◽  
Grid Technique

George Kelly's personal construct theory and Rep Grid technique was followed to analyse perceptions of some aspects of the role of psychologist in the schools. Differences in role subsystems for ‘trainees’ and ‘experts’ were examined in the light of personal construct corollaries. Subjects were 23 ‘trainees’ and 15 ‘experts’. Investigation of the results indicated tentative support for the existence of a specific subsystem for the role of psychologist in the schools. Subjects who had previous work experience were able to make more extreme and consistent characterizations than their inexperienced counterparts. More agreement was evident for both groups when role descriptions contained a positive aspect.

scholarly journals Researcher-practitioner reflections: the therapeutic utility of the visually adapted repertory grid technique (VARGT) with stalkers

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 97-108 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachael Wheatley ◽  
Daria J. Kuss
Keyword(s):  
Psychosocial Functioning ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Repertory Grid ◽  
Personal Construct ◽  
Personal Construct Theory ◽  
Repertory Grid Technique ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Research Engagement ◽  
Grid Technique

Purpose This paper outlines researcher–practitioner reflections on the use of a visually adapted repertory grid technique (VARGT) with men convicted of stalking. It draws on and assimilates participant experiences of the VARGT as a research engagement tool. Further, it extends discussion to propose its value as a generic engagement tool for when personal insights and collaborative case formulations may otherwise be difficult to access. Design/methodology/approach The repertory grid technique, developed from Kelly’s Personal Construct Theory (1955), was adapted visually for utility in a mixed methods research study with those who commit stalking offences (Wheatley, in preparation). Analytical and reflexivity processes within this original study highlighted rich and recurrent data across the sample pertaining to the positive participant experience of the VARGT, unrelated to its core research question. Findings This paper presents reflections and psychological discussion for experiences of using the VARGT. Key features clustered around therapeutic alliance and engagement, enlightenment and a motivation for positive change. Practical implications This paper suggests the VARGT has value in participant–client engagement, particularly where sensitive topics are being investigated and participants have difficulty directly articulating their psychosocial functioning. Originality/value This novel technique offers potential as an engagement tool for use in research and clinical settings.

Cognitive Research in Information Systems Using the Repertory Grid Technique

2011 ◽  
pp. 261-290
Author(s):  
Felix B. Tan ◽  
M. Gordon Hunter
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Cognitive Mapping ◽  
Repertory Grid ◽  
Personal Construct ◽  
Personal Construct Theory ◽  
Organizational Research ◽  
Cognitive Research ◽  
Construct Theory ◽  
Grid Technique

This chapter discusses the design and application of a cognitive mapping methodology known as the repertory grid. Grounded in personal construct theory (Kelly, 1955), the repertory grid is an extremely flexible technique to conduct both qualitative and/or quantitative research and, in organizational research, is the preferred methodology for mapping the content and structure of cognition. The aim of this chapter is to expound upon the potential of this technique to information systems researchers by considering the variety of ways the repertory grid may be employed. This application is illustrated by examining published studies in both the information systems and the broader management fields.

scholarly journals A personal construct approach to employability: comparing stakeholders’ implicit theories

2019 ◽  
Vol 61 (4) ◽  
pp. 390-412 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stella Williams ◽  
Anatoli Karypidou ◽  
Catherine Steele ◽  
Lorna Dodd
Keyword(s):  
Group Process ◽  
Implicit Theories ◽  
Personal Construct ◽  
Personal Construct Theory ◽  
Differential Analysis ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Emotional Management ◽  
Construct Theory ◽  
Grid Technique ◽  
The Uk

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to adopt the perspective of personal construct theory to conceptualise employability. The study explores differences in the implicit employability theories of those involved in developing employability (educators) and those selecting and recruiting higher education (HE) students and graduates (employers).Design/methodology/approachA repertory grid technique (RGT) was employed to uncover the implicit theories of 22 employers and 14 educators across the UK.FindingsA total of 717 constructs were elicited. A differential analysis of data gathered demonstrated several areas of consensus among employers and educators (including emotional management, confidence, professionalism), as well as divergence in representations of commitment, proactivity, interpersonal competencies and vision to the conceptualisation of employability.Practical implicationsFindings from this analysis indicate a need to integrate group process assessments within undergraduate programmes and recruitment procedures.Originality/valueThis study represents a personal construct approach to employability, utilising the unique value of RGT to further inform our understanding of employability within an HE context. This study contributes to an understanding of employability as a continually re-constructed concept. This study provides insights to its nature via two information rich cases that have extensive knowledge on the topic.

scholarly journals Identifying the Values and Preferences of Prosthetic Users: A Case Study Series Using the Repertory Grid Technique

2009 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 157-166 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elisabeth Schaffalitzky ◽  
Sinead NiMhurchadha ◽  
Pamela Gallagher ◽  
Susan Hofkamp ◽  
Malcolm MacLachlan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Critical Factor ◽  
Repertory Grid ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Repertory Grid Technique ◽  
Personal Constructs ◽  
Individual Values ◽  
Prosthetic Devices ◽  
User Choice ◽  
Grid Technique ◽  
The Individual

Purpose: The matching of prosthetic devices to the needs of the individual is a challenge for providers and patients. The aims of this study are to explore the values and preferences that prosthetic users have of their prosthetic devices; to investigate users' perceptions of alternative prosthetic options and to demonstrate a novel method for exploring the values and preferences of prosthetic users. Methods: This study describes four case studies of upper limb and lower limb high tech and conventional prosthetic users. Participants were interviewed using the repertory grid technique (RGT), a qualitative technique to explore individual values and preferences regarding specific choices and events. Results: The participants generated distinctive patterns of personal constructs and ratings regarding prosthetic use and different prosthetic options available. The RGT produced a unique profile of preferences regarding prosthetic technologies for each participant. Conclusions: User choice is an important factor when matching prosthetic technology to the user. The consumer's values regarding different prosthetic options are likely to be a critical factor in prosthetic acceptance and ultimate quality of life. The RGT offers a structured method of exploring these attitudes and values without imposing researcher or practitioner bias and identifies personalized dimensions for providers and users to evaluate the individuals' preferences in prosthetic technology.

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