Computer-Aided Qualitative Data Analysis Theory, Methods and Practice

"The last decade has seen major advances in computer-aided methods to support qualitative data analysis. A choice of software tools and forms of computer-aided analysis is now open to researchers. This development poses a new range of questions, such as: Will the software employed 'take over' the analysis? Can computers be used to improve reliability and validity? Can computers make the research process more transparent and ensure a more systematic analysis?" "This book examines the central methodological and theoretical issues involved in using computers in qualitative research. International experts in the field discuss various strategies for computer-assisted qualitative analysis in a clear and comprehensive manner. They outline strategies for building theories by employing networks of categories; means of evaluating hypotheses generated from qualitative data; and new ways of integrating qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques." "Computer-Aided Qualitative Data Analysis offers an invaluable guideKelle, Udo is the author of 'Computer-Aided Qualitative Data Analysis Theory, Methods and Practice' with ISBN 9780803977600 and ISBN 0803977603.