Qualitative Research Analysis

Question 1

Explain the difference between basic and complex transcription

Answer 1

Basic - word for word what was said

Complex - word for word what was said and how

Question 2

Define thematic analysis

Answer 2

A method of analysis designed to allow
identification and reporting of patterns across a dataset

Question 3

Explain the process of thematic analysis

Answer 3

Familiarise yourself with the data
* Read, re-read, take notes
Generate initial codes
Search for themes
Review themes
Define and name themes
Produce the report

Question 4

Explain the difference between inductive and deductive coding

Answer 4

Inductive coding is developing codes as you read what you see in your data.

Deductive coding is when you develop codes before you start, based on existing knowledge.

Question 5

Explain the constant comparative method

Answer 5

A method that uses grounded theory. Compares qualitative data across categories, develops patterns, and refines them as new data is obtained.

Defining feature is that you must compare with more than one piece of data to generate a code.