Analyzing qualitative data


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1. Theory of qualitative data analysis

2. Sampling strategies and choice of cases

3. Comparative methods, qualitative comparative analysis 

4. Real world research and interpretive policy analysis

5. Interpretation and analysis

6. Induction, education, and abduction as research strategies

7. Content analysis

8. Analysis of interviews and focus groups

9. Grounded theory and theoretical coding

10. Phenomenology

11. Narrative analysis and construction

12. Exegesis, hermeneutics, and dialogue

13. Analysis of observations

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David Last, CD, PhD

Associate Professor, Political Science

Royal Military College of Canada

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