Software Analysis

SOFTWARE ANALYSIS OPTIONS ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
OVERVIEW
Qualitative computer programs have been available for several decades now and have become more helpful in computerizing the process of analyzing text and image data. The process used for qualitative data analysis is the same for hand coding or using a computer: the inquirer identifies a text segment or image segment, assigns a code label, searches through the database for all text segments that have the same code label, and develops a printout of these text segments for the code (Creswell & Poth, 2018). While computerized analysis can assist with data management and organization, interpreting what the data means has to be done by the researcher. A computerized analysis may not always be an option, however, being familiar with the available programs is valuable.
INSTRUCTIONS
Select three computer programs to explore. For each, complete the following:
Content
• Take time to research the software program’s website (spend a bit of time playing with a free trial, if optional. Take a screenshot of the homepage – include in assignment.
• Provide a paragraph summary of the software.
o You may include information regarding how user-friendly it appears to be, specific features it includes, other programs it’s compatible with, etc.
• Provide three pros and three cons.
o What do you like about this software program? What do you dislike? (These are your own opinions based on what you find in your research/exploration rather than those offered by the textbook or other resources).
• Reflection and conclusion: This should be one paragraph summarizing your findings and offering which of the three you would choose to (and why) use based on the type of research you may (or hypothetically) conduct.
Structure
Items to include are outlined as follows:
• Length of assignment: 3 – 5 pages total (including title page and references).
• Format of assignment: APA.
• Number of citations: Minimum of 3.

Reference:
Creswell, J., & Poth, C. (2018). Qualitative inquiry & research design: Choosing among five approaches, 4th. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.

Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.