Thomas,
> These seminars will examine the problems, issues, and benefits of using
> so-called qualitative computer software (CAQDAS) in research;
I just wanted to point out that the acronym CAQDAS does not stand for
"so-called qualitative computer software". Phrases like that or even worth
qualitative data analysis software contribute further to the
misunderstandings relatedd to CAQDAS.
CADAS stands for COMPUTER-AIDED QUALITATIVE DATA ANALYSIS SOFTWRAE !!!!!! It
helps and supports us, but it does NOT analyse the data (as all know who
apply software in their work). The often wrong description prevents people
from using software to support the analysis of their qualitative data. The
first package was launched almost 20 years ago and why do we still need to
write (to quote Thomas)
"Social scientists increasingly need to know about these programs and be
able to operate them....." Why social scientists still don't know about
these packages even though they are around for almost 20 years?
Referring to them as "so-called qualitative computer software" does not help
the cause - in my opinion.
Susanne
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