Qualitative Data Analysis Assignment

Requirements: You will read three transcribed qualitative interview about college student grief
experiences to generate codes and themes using the three coding structures we discussed as outlined
below:
1. Review Holistic Impact of Bereavement Theoretical Framework
Read the article, Holistic Impact of Bereavement, written by David Balk (2011), which was used as
the theoretical framework for this study. Understanding this theory will help you with
analyzing the data.
2. Analyze Qualitative Data
Code the three transcribed qualitative interviews using the three coding schemes we
discussed in class – descriptive, a priori, and in vivo codes. Compare your codes with a
classmate and develop themes from those codes. You should have about 5 codes for each
theme.
3. Develop a Coding/Theme Table
Develop a coding/theme table to illustrate your codes and themes using the outline template
on the next page. This template is just an example – feel free to create your own! Just be sure
to include all elements required. Choose at least three themes to expand on in your table that
includes five codes. See examples provided to develop your chart.