Enhancing Validity of a Qualitative Dissertation Research Study by Using NVIVO.

This paper shares how Qualitative Data Analysis Software (QDAS), specifically NVIVO, was used in conducting a qualitative dissertation research study and how the software played a powerful role in coding data and addressing validity threats. The authors describe five strategies for extending validit...

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Publicado en:Qualitative Research Journal (RMIT Training Pty Ltd trading as RMIT Publishing) Vol. 8; no. 2; pp. 91 - 104
Autores principales: Siccama, Carolyn J., Penna, Stacy
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: RMIT Training Pty Ltd trading as RMIT Publishing 2008
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Sumario:This paper shares how Qualitative Data Analysis Software (QDAS), specifically NVIVO, was used in conducting a qualitative dissertation research study and how the software played a powerful role in coding data and addressing validity threats. The authors describe five strategies for extending validity by using NVIVO. Specific examples are shared from a doctoral student who utilised NVIVO qualitative research software while conducting a qualitative dissertation. Reprinted by permission of the publisher.