Thematic Analysis | Explanation and Step by Step Example
Learn the 6 steps of thematic analysis and see an example of how to do thematic analysis using qualitative coding software.
Thematic analysis is a qualitative data analysis method that involves reading through a data set, and identifying patterns in meaning across the data to derive themes.
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In this video:
Step by step breakdown of thematic analysis
How to turn data into transcripts
How to derive themes from data
How to craft a narrative from themes
Example of thematic analysis in practice
6 steps of thematic analysis:
1. Familiarize yourself with the data
2. Create your initial codes
3. Collate codes with supporting data
4. Group codes into themes
5. Review and revise themes
6. Write your narrative
Resources from Virginia Braune and Victoria Clarke:
Using thematic analysis in psychology by Virginia Braun & Victoria Clarke: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1191/1478088706qp063oa
Thematic Analysis: A Practical Guide by Virginia Braun and Victoria Clarke: https://us.sagepub.com/en-us/nam/thematic-analysis/book248481
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