This
request is to conduct thematic analysis on interview data to identify key
themes, following the examples provided in the sample file and adhering to the
research framework outlined in the research data file. Implement the prescribed
data analysis plan using the interview transcripts. I recommend utilizing
NVivo, a qualitative data analysis software, to facilitate coding of the
transcripts. This will aid in structuring the data into themes essential for
comprehending my research topic. The analysis should seamlessly align with the
established frameworks, particularly the Diffusion of Innovation theory, which
forms the basis of my research on the adoption and integration of social media
technologies in organizational contexts. Below are the specified requirements.
Application for Professional Practice
and Implications for Social Change Quality Indicators
Presentation of Findings
a. Identify each theme. Analyzes and
discusses findings in relation to the themes.
b. Describes in what ways findings
confirm, disconfirm, or extend knowledge in the discipline by comparing the
findings with other scholarly articles from the literature review that includes
new articles since writing the proposal. Note: It is important to ensure the
review of the literature is a critical analysis and synthesis of the theory
identified in the research project. The student includes a critical analysis
and synthesis of the new literature (studies) published since the proposal and
correlates the literature with the findings in the research project.
c. Ties findings to the conceptual
framework. In this case, the diffusion of innovation theory.
d. Link’s findings or disputes
findings to the existing literature on effective Information Technology
practice.
IT Contributions and Recommendations
for Professional Practice
This component is used to
identify contributions and recommendations based on project findings with a
message focused on IT leaders and a message to the research-scholar community.
Written with a focus to IT leaders, this element provides a detailed discussion
on the applicability of the findings with respect to professional IT practice.
This major subsection provides a rich academic argument for why and how the
findings are relevant to improved IT practice. Include current sources in the
explanation to demonstrate an understanding of recent scholarship in relation
to the results strengthens the analysis.
Implications for Social Change
Note:
This is an important area for Research
Study of the Year Award. Written with a focus to IT and organization leaders,
and the research-scholar community, express implications in terms of tangible
improvements to individuals, communities, organizations, institutions,
cultures, or societies as the findings could beneficially affect social
change/behaviors. This is an important area for Research Study of the Year
Award.
Recommendations for Further Research
Note:
Improving upon limitations identified
in Section, as a minimum, are ideal sources for future projects. Lists
recommendations for further study related to improved practice in IT. Identify
how limitations identified in Limitations Section 1, can be addressed in future
research.
Conclusion
Closes with a strong concluding
statement making the take-home message clear to the reader.
