Learning Objectives

After reading this chapter, you should be able to
20.1 Describe the concept of interim or cyclical analysis, the process of memoing, and
the process of visual data analysis.
20.2 Explain the process of coding and developing category systems, including the
difference between inductive and a priori codes, co-occurring and facesheet
codes, and first-stage and second-stage coding.
20.3 Explain thematic analysis and creating hierarchical category systems.
20.4 Identify how to recognize relationships among categories.
20.5 Know the advantages and disadvantages of using computer programs for
qualitative data analysis.
20.6 Describe the seven analytical procedures used in mixed analysis.