Examines the main procedures for analyzing qualitative data by computer, taking into account the effect computing techniques have had in this area. It considers ways in which computers can contribute to greater rigour, creativity and efficiency in this field, as well as some of the pitfalls.
Qualitative Data Analysis Summary
Qualitative Data Analysis: A User Friendly Guide for Social Scientists by Ian Dey
First Published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Table of Contents
Preface Introduction 1. What is Qualitative Data? 2. What is Qualitative Analysis? 3. Introducing Computers 4. Finding a Focus 5. Managing Data 6. Reading and Annotating 7. Creating Categories 8. Assigning Categories 9. Splitting and Splicing 10. Linking Data 11. Making Connections 12. Of Maps and Matrices 13. Corroborating Evidence 14. Producing an Account 15. In Conclusion Glossary Appendix 1. 'If the impressionists had been dentists' Appendix 2. Software References
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Qualitative Data Analysis: A User Friendly Guide for Social Scientists by Ian Dey
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