Section: Module 4: Lesson 3: Qualitative Data Analysis | Research Methods for Health Sciences | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:
    • Describe the concept and defining characteristics of qualitative data analysis.
    • Describe the main approaches to qualitative data analysis (deductive, inductive, thematic, and content analysis).
    • Determine a qualitative data analysis strategy to address a given research question.
    Approximate time required to complete the readings (at 144 words/minute) and assignments for this module: 4 hours and 23 minutes.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities
    • Read from the content under the heading "Research Designs" on page 365 to the heading "Mixed Methods" on page 369. (22 minutes)

      Sage Publishing - 2014

    • Read the entire page. (4 minutes)

      NSW government website - 2020

    • Read content under "Data Analysis". (11 minutes)

      Qualitative Research Journal - 2018

    • Read from "Introduction" to "When to use thematic analysis". (12 minutes)

      Medical Teacher - 2020

    • Read the entire page. (14 minutes)

      Columbia Public Health - 2021

    • For this activity, you will select a data analysis strategy for the qualitative component of your proposal and provide a justification/rationale.

      Step 1: Review

      Review the learning resources for this lesson.

      Step 2: Respond

      Based on your qualitative research questions, select the most appropriate data analysis strategy/strategies and write a 200-350 word post in which you include:

      • The type of data to be collected
      • The strategy/strategies you will use to analyse it
      • A justification for your selection.

      Step 3: Self-Analysis and Enhancement

      Before you submit, engage in an introspective self-analysis by systematically reviewing each component of your work. Reflect on what aspects of your work were executed well and what could be enhanced. Proceed to refine these elements in your work.

      Step 4: Submit

      To submit your work, click on the “Reply” button under this post and paste your work in the “Message” box. Make sure to reference others’ intellectual property when necessary. All references should follow 7th Edition APA formatting. For further instructions, see the resource on the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library: APA citation resource (N.B. references are excluded from word counts).}

      OPTIONAL Step 5: Interact (10 minutes)

      If you would like to, you can reply to your peers' posts in a respectful and professional manner. Ensure that your post engages your peers' ideas by including a reflection on their comments, sharing ideas of other potential difficulties and parties involved, or asking thought-provoking questions. If a peer comments on your posting, please reply. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to forum.”