Transcription and Qualitative Methods: Implications for Third Sector Research

While there is a vast literature that considers the collection and analysis of qualitative data, there has been limited attention to audio transcription as part of this process. In this paper, I address this gap by discussing the main considerations, challenges and implications of audio transcription for qualitative research on the third sector. I present a framework for conducting audio transcription for researchers and transcribers, as well as recommendations for writing up transcription in qualitative research articles.

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This paper addresses the limited attention given to audio transcription as part of the collection and analysis of qualitative data. The author discusses the main considerations, challenges, and implications of audio transcription in qualitative research on the third sector, providing a framework and recommendations for researchers and transcribers.