A Practical Iterative Framework for Qualitative Data Analysis

Authors

Prachi Srivastava, Western UniversityFollow
Nick Hopwood, University of Technology, Sydney

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

3-1-2009

Journal

International Journal of Qualitative Methods

Volume

8

Issue

1

First Page

76

Last Page

84

URL with Digital Object Identifier

https://doi.org/10.1177/160940690900800107

Abstract

The role of iteration in qualitative data analysis, not as a repetitive mechanical task but as a reflexive process, is key to sparking insight and developing meaning. In this paper the authors presents a simple framework for qualitative data analysis comprising three iterative questions. The authors developed it to analyze qualitative data and to engage with the process of continuous meaning-making and progressive focusing inherent to analysis processes. They briefly present the framework and locate it within a more general discussion on analytic reflexivity. They then highlight its usefulness, particularly for newer researchers, by showing practical applications of the framework in two very different studies.

Notes

Article first published at International Journal of Qualitative Methods, Vol. 8(1), pp. 76-84.