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Copyright Freie Universität Berlin 2004

Abstract

This article describes a tool for carrying out and analyzing focus groups that we use in qualitative market and evaluation research. This rule-based method allows the economical implementation and analysis of focus groups and results in a graphic synopsis of the essential topics. Resulting in a clear representation, the tool meets the requirements of qualitative research projects that demand an immediate feedback and a continuous dialog with the research partners. First we present the methodical elements of the technique--focus groups and knowledge mapping--and than we describe the combination of both into a conjunct tool for data gathering and analyzing. By giving an example--the evaluation of "arrangements for the improvement of classroom acoustics"--we illustrate the procedure, our experiences, the particular use of the tool and first evidences of its applicability. Finally we discuss suitable applications but also restrictions of the tool.

URN: urn:nbn:de:0114-fqs0402351

Details

Title
Knowledge Mapping as a Tool for Analyzing Focus Groups and Presenting Their Results in Market and Evaluation Research
Author
Pelz, Corinna; Schmitt, Annette; Meis, Markus
Section
Thematic Issue
Publication year
2004
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Freie Universität Berlin
e-ISSN
14385627
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
869225871
Copyright
Copyright Freie Universität Berlin 2004