WEEK 9

Question 1

what is the definition of ‘thematic analysis’:

Answer 1

Thematic Analysis is a method used for identifying, analysing and reporting patterns (themes) within qual data

Question 2

Thematic Analysis Pro’s and Con’s

Answer 2

• Form of pattern recognition within qual data
  -Flexible approach to qual analysis
  -Can lead to rich, detailed and nuanced analysis
  -Can lead to poorly constructed analysis

Question 3

What is Semantic Coding:

Answer 3

• Semantic codes are identified through the explicit or surface meanings of the data
  -Identifies themes based only on what is explicitly stated- things are taken at face value
  -Ignores underlying meanings/ descriptive codes

Question 4

What is Latent Coding?

Answer 4

Latent Coding examines the reasons for semantic content
-Data is taken at face value, and meanings are theorised
-Involves an element of interpretation

Question 5

When should you use Semantic VS Latent Coding?

Answer 5

*Depends on the type of data being analysed

Semantic: Explicit opinions expressed in interviews

Latent: The underlying meaning expressed by pp’s in focus groups

Question 6

What are the 6 stages of thematic analysis? - Braun and Clarke

Answer 6

• Familiarisation with the data
  -Generating codes
  -Generating initial themes
  -Reviewing initial themes
  -Defining and naming themes
  -Producing the report

Question 7

What is ‘Bracketing’?

Answer 7

Bracketing is a method used in qual research to mitigate the potential effects the preconceptions may have on the analysis