Data Analysis_Thematic Analysis_Coding Memo 10a - Sally Interview - Phenomenological Analysis_Phase 3: Searching for themes

Phase 3: Searching for themes.

"Phase 3 begins when all data have been initially coded and collated.
This phase re-focuses the analysis at the border level of themes, rather than codes, involves sorting the different codes into potential themes, and collating all the relevant coded data extracts within the identified themes. Essentially, you are starting to analyse your codes and consider how different codes may combine to form an overarching theme."
  • Braun, V., Clarke V. Using thematic analysis in psychology. Qualitiative research in psychology 2006 Jan 1;3(2):77-101

Using simple visual Powerpoint slides to collate all latent and semantic themes to begin with...
Dark slides for latent (hidden meanings) and light slides for semantic (surface meaning)
















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