Content Analysis in Qualitative Research Flashcards
(22 cards)
What is content analysis?
A method of analyzing written, verbal or visual communication messages.
What are the two basic methods of content analysis?
- Conceptual analysis
- Relational analysis
What is the aim of content analysis?
To attain a condensed and broad description of the phenomenon.
What is the goal of content analysis?
Identify important aspects of the content and present them clearly and effectively.
Fill in the blank: Content analysis is used to determine the presence of certain _______ or concepts within texts.
words
What does conceptual analysis focus on?
Quantifying and tallying the presence of a chosen concept.
What is relational analysis?
Explores the relations between identified concepts in a text.
What does summative content analysis start with?
Identifying and quantifying certain words or content in text.
True or False: Inductive or conventional approaches use preconceived categories.
False
What is a distinct approach of content analysis that validates or extends existing theory?
Directed content analysis
What is a key challenge in qualitative data management?
Keeping data organized.
What should be included in a data tracking system?
- Clear file naming system
- Data tracking system
- Transcription/translation procedures
- Quality control procedures
- Realistic timeline
What is the ideal scenario for manual analysis?
Less than 500 pages of transcripts or field notes.
What is the most common term for the cyclical process of collecting and analyzing data during a research study?
Interim analysis
What is coding in qualitative research?
Marking segments of data with symbols, descriptive words, or category names.
Fill in the blank: Coding involves dividing text into _______ of information.
segments
What is the focus of data analysis in qualitative research?
Identifying themes, patterns, and describing situations.
What is the significance of establishing quality control procedures in transcription?
To monitor and ensure the accuracy of transcriptions.
What does the data distillation process involve?
Reduction and generation of themes from the data.
How can researchers ensure consistency in transcription?
By transcribing verbatim and including nonverbal sounds.
True or False: Complex coding schemes yield the most reliable results.
False
What is an essential step before analysis in qualitative research?
Data management
