NVivo and Qualitative Research

A set of flashcards to review key concepts related to NVivo and qualitative research methodology.

Qualitative Research

A method of research focused on understanding meanings, experiences, and concepts through non-numerical data.

CAQDAS

Computer-Assisted Qualitative Data Analysis Software, used to analyze qualitative data.

NVivo

A software tool designed for qualitative data analysis.

Data Sources

Types of information used for qualitative analysis, such as interviews, surveys, and social media.

Saturation

The point in qualitative research when no new information or themes are emerging.

Organize

The process of structuring and categorizing data in NVivo.

Results

The outcomes of data analysis, often presented in reports, articles, or presentations.

Visualize

To create visual representations of data, such as charts and graphs.

Coding

The process of labeling chunks of data to identify themes or concepts.

Memoing

Writing notes during data analysis to document ideas, reflections, and preliminary findings.

Ethics Review

The assessment process to ensure that research complies with ethical standards.

Literature Review

A comprehensive survey of existing research and publications related to a specific topic.

Mixed Methods

An approach that combines qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Teamwork in NVivo

The capability of multiple users to collaborate on NVivo projects simultaneously.

Transcribing

The process of converting audio or video data into written text.

Data Analysis

The systematic examination of data to derive meaningful insights and conclusions.

Queries

Searches performed on qualitative data to extract relevant information.

Nodes

Categories or labels used in NVivo to organize coded data.

Open-Ended Questions

Questions that allow participants to respond in their own words, providing rich qualitative data.

Sample Project

A pre-configured NVivo project used for training and demonstration purposes.

Media Analysis

The study of various forms of media to understand cultural and social contexts.

Open Coding

The initial stage of coding where data is broken down into discrete parts to facilitate analysis.

Concept Map

A visual representation of relationships between different concepts or codes.

Demographics

Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.

Research Roadmap

A strategic plan outlining the steps for conducting research from start to finish.

Cluster Analysis

A statistical method used to group similar items based on selected characteristics.