For example, once the data is coded we can run coding queries on what was written about a topic before a certain date.
We classify and assign attributes to the literature (such as publication date), which allows us to undertake more targeted analysis.
We would also normally have a ‘housekeeping’ memo where we keep a record of ‘things to do’ – for example, which literature still needs to be accessed or reviewed.
We use memos extensively to outline our research arguments/critiques as the review progresses.
Externals are a good means to take notes from books and other non-electronic sources.
The latter is excellent for coding images and figures.
#WHAT IS NVIVO USED FOR PDF#
The new PDF import capabilities are great – we love the fact that we can code both text and “regions” of PDFs.
Lyn Lavery and Rachael Butler identify some Nvivo functionality that might help: Jenine Beekhuyzen had the same ideas and has written an outline of Nvivo and literature reviews which can be viewed at here. It seems the right time give Nvivo a go for literature searches. With version 9 the desired functionality is now available and PDF’s can be read and coded within the application. One thing that put me off trying with earlier versions was the lack of adequate support for PDF’s. Nvivo won’t make obsolete reference managers like Endnote, but it could provide an effective way of managing reviewing and commenting. Qualitative analysis tools look like they will be useful for managing comments, ideas, paraphrases and quotes derived from literature. I’ve often wondered about its potential for assisting with literature reviews. Nvivo is a powerful qualitative analysis tool but can be used to help other aspects of research.