Class 10 - Textbook Ch 19 (can skip!) - Qualitative Data Analysis

Question 1

Qualitative analysis is the

Answer 1

nonnumerical examination and interpretation of observations.

Question 2

Three key tools for preparing data for qualitative analysis are:

Answer 2

coding, memoing and concept mapping

Question 3

How does qualitative coding differ from quantiative analysis?

Answer 3

In contrast to the standardized units used in cod-
ing for statistical analyses, the units to be coded in qualitative analyses may vary within a document. Although codes may be derived from the theory being explored, more often researchers use open coding, in which codes are suggested by the researchers’ examination and questioning of the data

Question 4

Memoing is appropriate at several stages of data

processing to:

Answer 4

capture code meanings, theoretical
ideas, preliminary conclusions, and other thoughts
that will be useful during analysis

Question 5

Concept mapping uses:

Answer 5

diagrams to explore relationships in the data graphically

Question 6

What is NUD*IST?

Answer 6

A computer program specifically designed to assist researchers in the analysis of qualitative data. In addition, researchers can take advantage of the capabilities of common software tools such as word processors, database programs, and spreadsheets.