18 Oct Qualitative Data Analysis

Qualitative Data Analysis Assignment

As you have found through the reading, study, and assignments in this course, there are several designs within qualitative research. Selecting the appropriate design for the research topic is important. To correctly execute qualitative research, after a design is selected and data is collected, calculative and intentional data analysis is the next step. Finally, the qualitative researcher must present the data in a way that adequately conveys the findings and compares findings to published literature. This assignment will give you some experience with analyzing qualitative data on a small scale.

 

After reviewing the Reading and Study material for the module, please address the following in an APA-formatted paper:

 

Introduction (1-2 pages)

 

Statement of the problem

 

This section should include a clearly articulated problem statement and should be directly linked to/aligned with the research question(s)

Why did the study need to be done?

The research question(s)

 

What was the study seeking to answer?

The research question should be able to be answered via the type of data collected

Qualitative research questions begin with “What,” “How,” or “Why”

Hint: The research question is different from the interview questions. Do not provide the interview questions here.

Purpose of the study and how study will be delimited

 

What was the intent of the study?

What delimiters were put in place to manage the size and scope? Who/what will be excluded and why?

 

 

Procedures (1-2 pages)

 

Qualitative research strategy (CASE STUDY DESIGN)

 

What design is most appropriate for the problem statement/research question?

What was the researcher (you) responsible for (what you did to collect data and analyze it in this course)?

How does personal bias impact the study?

Role of the researcher

 

Data collection procedures

 

What steps did you take to collecting and analyzing data (think recipe card)

Hint: Refer to Discussion Board on Validity and Reliabity

What ethical issues may arise specific to the topic and research approach?

Include a paragraph in this section with your prescribed approach to these issues supported by scripture and the Keller text.

Strategies for validating findings

 

Anticipated ethical issues (2 paragraphs) (biblical world view)

 

Emergent Theme Analysis and Discussion (5-8 pages)

 

Journals

 

What are the emergent themes in the journal entries you selected?Provide a name for each theme, a description of the meaning of each theme, and evidence (i.e. quote excerpts) of each theme.

What are the emergent themes in the letters to prospective students you selected? Provide a name for each theme, a description of the meaning of each theme, and evidence (i.e. quote excerpts) of each theme.

What are the emergent themes in the interviews you conducted? Provide a name for each theme, a description of the meaning of each theme, and evidence (i.e. quote excerpts) of each theme.

What themes are common across the journal entries, letters, and interviews?Remember, the themes should answer the research question.

How do these themes compare or contrast with the sources you analyzed for the literature review?

What are the implications of these themes for practitioners and researchers?