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Reflexive Thematic Analysis vs Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis: Which should you use?
Struggling to choose between Reflexive Thematic Analysis (RTA) and Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA)? This blog explains the key differences with examples, so you can choose the right method for your qualitative PhD research.
Stuck on Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis? Here’s how to actually build your themes
Stuck on themes in Braun and Clarke’s reflexive thematic analysis? Wondering where to begin? Keep reading!
Braun and Clarke Thematic Analysis | Frequently asked questions about paradigms, reflexivity, going deeper and theory
Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis, so many questions! I’m answering four of the most frequent ones in this blogpost, so keep reading!
Braun and Clarke Thematic Analysis - How to do the six-step process in your qualitative research project
Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis is one of the most popular techniques for analysing qualitative data. But, how do you do it? Let me walk you through it…