Deck 8: Analyzing and Interpreting Qualitative Data

Question 1

Which one of the following is the best reason to hand analyze your qualitative data?

A)You want to be close to the data.
B)You are analyzing a larger database.
C)You need to organize and track extensive information.
D)You need to capture specific quotes.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a type of theme that you might identify in a qualitative study?

A)Social science themes
B)Unexpected themes
C)Zoom-lens themes
D)Lean themes

Answer 2

B

Question 3

If you were to identify codes to use in the study of an elementary classroom,which one of the following is the LEAST likely code that you might use?

A)A code word in your own words
B)A code word that captures the activities
C)A code word based on the actual words of students
D)A code word from a curriculum guide

Answer 3

D

Question 4

The initial step in using qualitative data analysis software is to

A)have the software conduct the initial identification of codes.
B)determine word frequencies.
C)import files into the software.
D)organize the files for analysis.

Question 5

A preliminary exploratory analysis of a qualitative database means that you are

A)searching for early code words to use in your analysis.
B)reading through it to obtain a general sense of the data.
C)checking to see if the transcriptionist typed it accurately.
D)exploring the data for a detailed description of codes.

Question 6

What does the term,"simultaneous" mean in the process of qualitative data analysis?

A)Returning back and forth between collecting and coding data
B)Analyzing data,collecting data,and writing a description at the same time
C)The processes of transcribing and analyzing data are coordinated
D)The data collection,analysis,and reporting writing are distinct phases

Question 7

What is a narrative discussion in qualitative research? __________________________________________
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Question 8

What is the process in which the researcher determines the accuracy or credibility of findings?

A)Credibility analysis
B)Generalization
C)Accuracy review
D)Validation

Question 9

Qualitative researchers use qualitative analysis computer programs to

A)analyze the data for them.
B)transcribe interview recordings.
C)validate the findings.
D)assign labels or codes to data.

Question 10

What is the difference between a good example of description and a poor example?

A)The good example transports you to the setting.
B)The good example describes accurately the situation.
C)The good example uses a detailed quote.
D)The good example goes on at some length.

Question 11

What advice would you give someone who needs to transcribe an audio recording from an interview? List four recommendations.
Recommendation 1 ________
Recommendation 2 ________
Recommendation 3 ________
Recommendation 4 ________
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Question 12

Below are the steps in coding a transcript.Place them in order by numbering the steps from 1 = first step to 5=last step.
________ Dividing the text into segments
________ Reducing overlaps among the codes
________ Collapsing codes into themes
________ Reading through the data
________ Labeling the segments of information with codes
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Question 13

List the five elements to include in the final section in which you interpret findings for a qualitative study? __________________________________________
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Question 14

When writing a narrative discussion in a qualitative study,which of the following points is most important?

A)Change quotes to academic language
B)Report a single perspective
C)Report multiple perspectives
D)Minimize tensions or contradictions in experiences

Question 15

A qualitative researcher draw a theoretical model based on the data provided by the participants in the study.This illustrates

A)the interconnection of themes.
B)the detailed explanation of a phenomenon.
C)the layering of themes.
D)the develop of a storyline of themes.