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Book SynopsisQualitative and Mixed Methods Data Analysis Using Dedoose®: A Practical Approach for Research Across the Social Sciences provides both new and experienced researchers with a guided introduction to dealing with the methodological complexity of mixed methods and qualitative inquiry using Dedoose® software. The authors use their depth of experience designing and updating Dedoose® as well as their published research to give the reader practical strategies for using Dedoose® from a wide range of research studies. Case study contributions by outside researchers provide readers with rich examples of how to use Dedoose® in practical, applied social science and health settings.
Trade Review"Extremely helpful information that will inspire and educate both those who are just learning and those who have been using Dedoose® for years."
-- Julie Kugel
"Great overview of Dedoose® tools and mixed methods functionality make this a great book for beginners."
-- Shaunna Smith
Table of ContentsForeword by Lyn Richards Preface Acknowledgments Glossary: Dedoose Common Terms About the Authors PART I FOUNDATIONS OF MIXED METHODS RESEARCH Chapter 1 Using Mixed Methods and Dedoose 1.1 About This Book 1.2 Mixed Methods and Mixed Paradigms 1.3 Using Cloud Technology to Support Mixed Methods Research 1.4 What Is Dedoose? 1.5 Dedoose: A Historical Journey Chapter 2 Adopting Dedoose 2.1 Successful Adoption of Digital Tools 2.2 Framing the Purpose and Focus 2.3 Dedoose: Starting Your Project 2.4 Case Study: Using the Five-Level QDA® Method With Dedoose Chapter 3 Bringing Data Into Dedoose 3.1 Gathering Mixed Data 3.2 Numbers as Data 3.3 Memos as Data 3.4 Case Study: Incorporating Mixed Analysis Into Your Study 3.5 Conclusion Appendix: Types of Interview Data PART II DATA INTERACTION AND ANALYSIS Chapter 4 Teamwork Analysis Techniques 4.1 Team Management 4.2 Collaborative Interpretations 4.3 Coding in Teams 4.4 Bringing Procedures Into the Dedoose Environment 4.5 Team Conduct Rules 4.6 Case Study: Large-Scale, Multilanguage, Cross-Cultural Analysis With Dedoose 4.7 Conclusion Chapter 5 Qualitative Analysis 5.1 Qualitative Analysis: Looking for Quality 5.2 Working With Codes 5.3 Case Study: Using Dedoose for a Multisite Study 5.4 Conclusion Chapter 6 Designing Mixed Methods Analysis 6.1 Identifying Analysis Strategies 6.2 Using Descriptors 6.3 Topic Modeling 6.4 Case Study: Integrating Mixed Data in a Longitudinal Study 6.5 Conclusion Chapter 7 Managing Complex Mixed Methods Analysis 7.1 Recognizing and Managing Complexity in Analysis 7.2 Data Complexity in Your Project 7.3 Using Visualization Tools for Analysis 7.4 Moving Through and Filtering Your Data 7.5 Case Study: Complex Yet Manageable—the Organizational Genius of Dedoose 7.6 Conclusion Chapter 8 Working With Numbers in Dedoose: Statistics, Tabling, and Charting for Numbers, Weights, and Option List Field Data 8.1. Background/Introduction 8.2 Charts, Tables, and Plots for Individual Fields or Code Weights 8.3 Charts, Tables, Plots, and Analyses for Pairs of Fields/Code Weights 8.4 Summary PART III REPORTING CREDIBLE RESULTS AND SHARING FINDINGS Chapter 9 Reporting Your Findings 9.1 Reaching Your Audience 9.2 Mixed Methods Procedural Checklist 9.3 Case Study: Reporting to Multiple Audiences Chapter 10 Sharing Data With a Larger Audience 10.1 Reaching a Larger Audience 10.2 Case Study: Sharing Qualitative Social Science Data 10.3 Changing Reporting Practices: Open Access 10.4 Final Word Closing Remarks by Thomas S. Weisner References Index
