Analysis

 During our Zoom meeting on the 6.02.23 we were asked to express 2 types of analysis, the first was one we were most confident to define, the second we were most unsure of. 

Thematic Analysis 

This type of analysis to me has a very simple concept, it is about gathering data, then analyzing the responses to find common trends and themes within the information presented. This could be in the form of similar opinions, ideas and/or repetition of keys words. I will be using this form of analysis extensively as my data will consist of survey responses. 

Hermeneutics 

This is a concept that I believe I can explain effectively but putting it into practice and showing examples would be challenging for me. As the basis of hermeneutics is about interpretation Sam gave some very helpful examples of how this is shown. 

Imagine Celine Dion performing on stage and shouting 'shall we do it!'. We would look at how the audience interprets this, the band and the media etc. 

Its about all the different ways different people interpret, in my case student behaviour and teaching strategies.