A researcher’s journey to the use of AI for qualitative data analysis: Findings from a test case with ChatGPT.
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| Title: | A researcher’s journey to the use of AI for qualitative data analysis: Findings from a test case with ChatGPT. |
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| Authors: | Ferguson, Catherine1 c.ferguson@ecu.edu.au |
| Source: | Issues in Educational Research. 2025, Vol. 35 Issue 1, p126-141. 16p. |
| Subject Terms: | *Artificial intelligence, *Data analysis, ChatGPT |
| Abstract: | The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education has mostly focused on issues associated with teaching and assessment. In this paper I used AI to support the analysis of data which consisted of public comments on a newspaper article. This small, low risk research was chosen to demonstrate the potential use of AI and how it may support qualitative data analysis. I present my journey from a naïve user of AI to a position whereby I would consider using it as a support for future data analysis. My article touches on some of the ethical and accountability issues for the use of AI and provides recommendations that address ethical and accountability issues. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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