Qualitative Data Analysis with NVivo

Looking to use NVivo in your qualitative research? With easy-to-use instructions and screenshots for both Windows and Mac users, this book first covers the basics of coding in NVivo before helping you extend your knowledge and confidence using the software.  But this is more than just a ‘how to’ software manual. Each chapter offers rich, methodological discussions that interweave qualitative thinking with technology, enabling you to develop a sophisticated research practice. Starting with how to navigate the software before moving on to different types of data you might use - such as text, images, and social media data - and how to code and visualise that data, each chapter helps you develop your skill in using NVivo to support effective qualitative analysis. The book also: Helps you understand why and when to use NVivo tools and how to combine them creatively; Includes a new chapter on visualising and reporting on your data using NVivo; Provides practical support for using NVivo 14, including fully updated screenshots, click-by-click instructions, screencast videos, and datasets for you to try what you’ve learned.  Designed for anyone who wants to use NVivo in their research, this book is the go-to for conducting robust qualitative data analysis.

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Where to begin? Chapter 2: Navigating NVivo Chapter 3: Teamwork Chapter 4: Literature and interview text-files Chapter 5: Working with pictures, audio and video Chapter 6: Working with demographics, surveys, and social media files Chapter 7: Coding foundations Chapter 8: Cases, classifications and comparisons Chapter 9: Coding beyond basics Chapter 10: Querying data Chapter 11: Visualisations and reporting on patterns in your data

About the Author :
Jenine Beekhuyzen OAM has more than 20 years of experience working with NVivo and its predecessors, using it for her own doctorate, and training thousands of doctoral students and others to use it for systematic literature reviews and empirical data analysis. Having created and led the NGO Tech Girls Movement Foundation for a decade, based on 20+ years of research on the lack of women in STEM, Jenine now creates community through Research Central, her online community of practice helping doctoral students fast track their research. She shares her expertise in qualitative research, having collaborated for decades with universities, governments and industry and as an active, highly published honorary academic at prestigious universities with honorary roles at the University of Queensland, the University of Technology Sydney, and Griffith University. She has more than 65 peer reviewed academic publications, and, among other accolades, was awarded an Order of Australia Medal in 2020 for her contributions to information technology, and to women. Pat Bazeley is Director of Research Support P/L and Adjunct Professor in the Translational Research and Social Innovation Centre at Western Sydney University. Since graduating in psychology, she has worked in community development, as an evaluation researcher, and in academic research development. For almost 30 years Pat has been providing research training and project consulting to academics, graduate students and practitioners representing a wide range of disciplines across Australia and internationally. Her particular expertise is in helping researchers to make sense of qualitative, survey, and mixed methods data, and to use computer programs for management and analysis of data. Pat’s research has focused on qualitative and mixed methods data analysis, the development and performance of researchers, and the wellbeing of older women. She has published books, chapters, and articles on mixed methods and qualitative data analysis. She serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Mixed Methods Research and was 2015–2016 President of the Mixed Methods International Research Association.

Review :
This book is an essential resource for qualitative researchers. It integrates essential qualitative research skills, examples of qualitative studies, and step-by-step NVivo instructions. This book is relevant for students undertaking their first project through to experienced researchers seeking to navigate the latest version of NVivo. Jenine Beekhuyzen is the undisputed Queen of NVivo! This must-have edition for mastering the software is packed with practical advice, step-by-step guidance, and insider tips to give you an unfair advantage. Before long, your qual data will be talking! Reading Qualitative Data Analysis with NVivo is essential for every qualitative researcher. Whether you′re an HDR student engaging with NVivo for the first time or an experienced researcher updating your skills with the latest version, this book has something for everyone. Jenine Beekhuyzen and Pat Bazeley brilliantly capture the full potential of NVivo. The table of contents promises a wealth of knowledge and does not disappoint. For newcomers, there are sections like ′Where to Begin′ and ′Coding Beyond Basics.′ For seasoned users, chapters such as ′Querying Data′ and ′Visualising and Reporting on Patterns in Your Data′ offer deeper insights.The book provides examples for both Mac and Windows users, and the instructions are clear and well supported by helpful screenshots. Qualitative Data Analysis with NVivo is a must read for anyone looking to enhance their qualitative research capabilities.