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Description

Key Features: 1. Coding: COSTAQDA provides a robust coding platform that allows researchers to categorize and tag qualitative data efficiently. It supports various coding methods, including descriptive, narrative, in vivo, and emotion coding, making it adaptable to a wide range of research methodologies. 2. Ordering/Organizing: The software enables users to structure their coded data systematically. Researchers can organize codes into hierarchies, categories, or themes, which is crucial for understanding complex relationships within the data and preparing it for deeper analysis. 3. Theme Discovery: COSTAQDA includes advanced tools for identifying and extracting themes from coded data. This thematic analysis capability helps researchers uncover patterns and insights that are essential for drawing meaningful conclusions from qualitative studies. 4. Testing Analysis: COSTAQDA supports the validation of research findings through its Testing Analysis feature. It includes an Inter-Coder Reliability test using Cohen's Kappa, which ensures consistency and reduces bias in coding, particularly in collaborative research projects.

Description

Tosmana serves as a valuable tool for conducting Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA). This software supports both csQCA (Crisp-Set Qualitative Comparative Analysis) and mvQCA (Multi-Value QCA) assessments. For further information regarding QCA, you can visit the website of Charles Ragin and the COMPASSS Research Group. Development of this software began in 2000, and after a period of inactivity, the launch of version 1.4 in June 2016 signaled a revival in its progress. A website overhaul also took place in June 2016. Users can conveniently import data into TOSMANA by copying directly from a spreadsheet program. To accomplish this, open your dataset in the spreadsheet application, highlight all relevant data cells including the variable names in the first row, and copy them. In TOSMANA, navigate to File>Import from Clipboard to load the data, which will replace any previously existing information within the software. Once the import is completed successfully, it is essential to save your file in the appropriate format to ensure data integrity. This process not only makes data management easier but also enhances the overall user experience.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

GitHub

Integrations

GitHub

Pricing Details

$80
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
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Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

Global Centre for Academic Research

Founded

2019

Country

South Africa

Website

www.vleresearch.net

Vendor Details

Company Name

Lasse Cronqvist

Country

Germany

Website

www.tosmana.net

Product Features

Qualitative Data Analysis

Annotations
Collaboration
Data Visualization
Media Analytics
Mixed Methods Research
Multi-Language
Qualitative Comparative Analysis
Quantitative Content Analysis
Sentiment Analysis
Statistical Analysis
Text Analytics
User Research Analysis

Product Features

Qualitative Data Analysis

Annotations
Collaboration
Data Visualization
Media Analytics
Mixed Methods Research
Multi-Language
Qualitative Comparative Analysis
Quantitative Content Analysis
Sentiment Analysis
Statistical Analysis
Text Analytics
User Research Analysis

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