August 1

This course is designed to develop skills and confidence in conducting reflexive thematic analysis, a method for identifying, analyzing, and interpreting patterns of meaning within qualitative data. As its name implies, this approach to analytic theme building emphasizes the importance of reflexivity, encouraging researchers to critically engage with their own role and influence in the research process.

We will explore the theoretical foundations, practical processes, and contextual applications of reflexive thematic analysis, guiding participants through each phase of the research process as informed by Braun and Clarke. More specifically, we will cover the transformation of data into meaningful patterns and themes, providing course participants with the opportunity to engage with the intellectual and practical mechanics of thematic data analysis. Through this process, participants will learn strategies to make informed and credible knowledge claims. Finally, we will discuss techniques to enhance the trustworthiness and credibility of findings.

This course is informed by the following article:

Campbell, K. A., Orr, E., Durepos, P., Nguyen, L., Li, L., Whitmore, C., Gehrke, P., Graham, L., & Jack, S.M. (2021). Reflexive Thematic Analysis for Applied Qualitative Health Research. The Qualitative Report, 26(6), 2011-2028. https://doi.org/10.46743/2160- 3715/2021.5010