Qualitative analysis and theory development using Stepwise-Deductive Induction (SDI)
This three-day course invites participants to a thorough understanding and application of thematic analysis by a stepwise-deductive inductive approach, as well as the use of HyperRESEARCH software for coding, code-grouping, and reporting.
When: December 2-4, 2024
Where: NTNU and Sosiologisk Poliklinikk in Trondheim
Application deadline: September 15
Registration: Opens June 15
Language: Norwegian, English if needed.
ECTS credits: 10
The course is open mainly for DIGIT members. If you are not a member and would like to join, get in touch.
About registration
Candidates from NTNU register through Studentweb. The course code is SOS8002. External applicants who do not have a study right at NTNU, need to apply for admission through NTNU’s Søknadsweb. You can find more information here: Research courses for external candidates - NTNU.
Content
The course invites participants to a thorough understanding and application of thematic analysis by a stepwise-deductive inductive approach, as well as the use of HyperRESEARCH software for coding, code-grouping, and reporting. Processes of theory development is emphasized and explored through concepts such as emergence and empirical-analytical reference points (EAR). The course draws attention to both theoretical/principal considerations of SDI and its basis in Grounded Theory, and the practical application of SDI on the participants own empirical projects.
Highlights from the course
A detailed programme will be available soon. Some highlights from the course include:
The concept of SDI and its application.
Using SDI in PhD projects. Challenges and opportunities.
Using HyperRESEARCH (HR) including practical HR Exercises.
The impact and challenges of technologically based analysis.
Requirements
Participants are expected to be in a stage of their PhD in which they have empirical material from interviews, observation, and/or documents. Participants are expected to have a licenced version of HyperRESEARCH.
Financial support
For DIGIT participants residing outside Trondheim, DIGIT will cover expenses related to travel and accommodation. Once your place in the course is confirmed, contact us for more details.
Course leader - Aksel Tjora
Aksel Tjora is educated within computer science, management and sociology, and has been Professor of Sociology since 1998. His research is concentrated on social interaction and societal development, as well as development of Stepwise-Deductive Induction as strategy within qualitative research. Tjora is CEO of the independent enterprise the Sociology Clinic, which develops "sociological services" in collaboration with businesses outside academia. He is also an active voice in public debate.
Please feel free to contact the DIGIT coordinator should you have any practical questions.
Contact Mona Fjellvær at NTNU for questions about admission.
For questions related to the course content, please contact Aksel Tjora.