Narrative Analysis Flashcards
What is narrative analysis?
Narrative analysis is a qualitative research method focused on the stories people tell and the meanings they derive from them.
Fill in the blank: Narrative analysis is primarily concerned with the _____ of stories.
structure and content
How to do narrative analysis?
look at the relationship between a personal story and dominant ideiologies, what role does stories play in the production of identity, how do stories challenge the power structure
What is the main goal of narrative analysis?
understand how stories construct meaning and identity
Fill in the blank: In narrative analysis, the _____ of a story can reveal cultural and social contexts.
context
What does ‘narrative coherence’ refer to in narrative analysis?
The logical flow and consistency of the story being told. (temporal and relational aspects)
What is a ‘narrative turn’ in research?
The shift in social sciences towards using narrative as a primary mode of inquiry.
True or False: Narrative analysis can help reveal personal identities.
True
Why is it important to analyze stories?
Stories do something, they help to better understand personal aspects that help us better speak to a wider perspective.
True or False: The reliability of narratives in narrative analysis is often questioned.
True
What is the significance of ‘voice’ in narrative analysis?
Voice reflects the perspective and agency of the storyteller within the narrative.
What does ‘narrative framing’ refer to?
The way in which a narrative is presented and the context that shapes its interpretation.
What is ‘thematic analysis’ in the context of narrative analysis?
The process of identifying and analyzing themes within narratives.
What is the importance of ‘emotional content’ in narrative analysis?
It helps to understand the emotional experiences and connections of the storyteller.
What place does archetypes play in narrative analysis?
helps understand the role of the person in the story and their relationship to other roles (villain, hero, etc)
What to look for when doing narrative analysis?
authorship, structure, chronological sequence, characters, logical connections
