I want to test a particular theory in a particular cultural context using qualitative methodology. Although I will be using the deductive approach with a priori coding based on the theory I have a doubt -
My research objective aligns with the deductive analytic strategy, however, I do not want to ignore additional themes as they might prove to be useful for refining/expanding the theory.
Additionally I will be reporting the negative cases (which is characteristic of the deductive approach) and deviant cases (if any).
If I decide to come up with additional codes and coding categories inductively and report them - then should I be calling it a hybrid approach?
Additional codes meaning:
- Codes that do not fit into the pre-developed codebook but fit into the theoretical framework broadly
I want to be clear about the analytic approach before beginning. I do not yet know if I will have additional codes or categories.
Thanking everyone in advance.
Warm regards,
Shilpa.
I would definitely recommend a hybrid approach, because you do not want to ignore any new insights that you encounter as you apply your deductive coding. Here is a useful article:
One question:
If, as you say, your additional codes "fit into the theoretical framework", why aren't they on your codebook? Wouldn't it just be the case that your codebook is incomplete?
Antonio M. Oller-Marcén
Dear Prof.
Let us assume I am exploring well-being and adopting an existing model for developing my codebook - maybe (hypothetically speaking) a 3 factor model of well-being that speaks of 3 factors - physical, psychological and social well-being. If my approach is deductive, in that case my codebook will comprise of codes from this model only. I will not include religious well-being or financial well-being in my codebook.
Now, if I opt for the hybrid approach then in addition to the model I will also explore 'additional codes' - i.e.; what additional things my participants have said about "well-being" ("fit into the theoretical framework") - that is not spoken of in the 3-factor theory of well-being.
When I said "fit into the theoretical framework" I meant related to what I am exploring (i.e; well-being). I should have framed the sentence this way instead of saying "fit into the theoretical framework"
Hi there, from my experience run again your codes to fit better in the non-hybrid approach. It will help you to focus on what is the core of your research. Hope this help.
Hi, in my point of view it is better to develop a hybrid approach because you will not lose any insights on your data. Look at the article send you from Mr Morgan.
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