Qualitative Research Using Open Tools
Abstract
Qualitative research has long suffered from a lack of free tools for analysis, leaving no options for researchers without significant funds for software licenses. This presents significant challenges for equity. This panel discussion will explore the first two free/libre open source qualitative analysis tools out there: qcoder (R package) and Taguette (desktop application). Drawing from the diverse backgrounds of the presenters (social science, library & information science, software engineering), we will discuss what openness and extensibility means for qualitative research, and how the two tools we’ve built facilitate equitable, open sharing.
Link to resource: https://zenodo.org/record/2673016
Type of resources: Lesson
Education level(s): Graduate / Professional
Primary user(s): student, teacher
Subject area(s): Applied Science, Life Science, Physical Science, Social Science
Language(s): English