The Coding Manual for Qualitative Researchers is unique in providing, in one volume, an in-depth guide to each of the multiple approaches available for coding qualitative data. In total, 29 different approaches to coding are covered, ranging in complexity from beginner to advanced level and covering the full range of types of qualitative data from interview transcripts to field notes. For each approach profiled, Johnny Saldaña discusses the method’s origins in the professional literature, a description of the method, recommendations for practical applications, and a clearly illustrated example.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments xi
1 An Introduction to Codes and Coding 1
2 Writing Analytic Memos 32
3 First Cycle Coding Methods 45
4 Second Cycle Coding Methods 149
5 Post-Coding and Pre-Writing 185

Appendix A Exercises and Activities for Coding and Qualitative Data Analytic Skill Development 193
Appendix B Field Note, Interview Transcript, and Document Samples for Coding 196
Appendix C An Operational Model Diagram 201
Appendix D A Glossary of Analytic Recommendations 204
References 210