Qualitative Content Analysis

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of qualitative content analysis?

Answer 1

To interpret and analyze the meaning of textual or visual data.

Question 2

What are the main steps in conducting qualitative content analysis?

Answer 2

1. Define the research question, 2. Select the material, 3. Developing and redeveloping codes 4. Develop categories, 5. Analyze the data, 6. Interpret results.

Question 3

What is a coding scheme in qualitative content analysis?

Answer 3

A system used to categorize and organize data into meaningful themes or patterns.

Question 4

What is the difference between manifest and latent content in qualitative content analysis?

Answer 4

Manifest content refers to the visible, surface-level content, while latent content refers to the underlying meanings and interpretations.

Question 5

When coding what are the 4 steps?

Answer 5

Decontextualization (what is being said exactly), Recontextualization (what is said as a whole), Categorization (grouping codes together), Compilation (drawing realistic interpretations)