ISSR Methodology Workshop | Click, Organize, Code: Your First Steps in MAXQDA

October 02, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Data and Software,
Research Methodology,
Semester Workshops
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Instructor: Grazielle Valentim

Are you new to qualitative data analysis software or curious about using MAXQDA for your research? This 2-hour hands-on workshop introduces you to the essentials of working with MAXQDA 24 (for both Mac and Windows), a powerful tool for analyzing qualitative and mixed-methods data. Designed for beginners and current users of other QDA tools (like NVivo) who are new to MAXQDA, this session will guide you through:

  • Navigating the MAXQDA interface
  • Creating and managing a project
  • Importing and organizing your data
  • Creating and applying codes
  • Using comments and memos to document your coding process

Whether you're preparing for your first research project or exploring new tools to support long-term, multi-phase work, this workshop will give you a practical foundation to begin working in MAXQDA with confidence. MAXQDA can help you organize, index, and maintain continuity across evolving research goals and stages of a project.

No prior experience is required - just bring your curiosity! Sample files will be provided, or use your own data if you prefer! Queries and Visualization tools will be covered separately in the Query, Compare, Visualize: Next Steps with MAXQDA workshop, offered on Tuesday, October 13, 11AM - 1PM.

Accessing MAXQDA software for your personal computer:

All attendees must have MAXQDA installed on their home computer (Mac or PC) before the workshop date. For all UMass Amherst students and faculty, a free copy of MAXQDA is just a click away. You can request it at the following links: https://www.umass.edu/social-science-research/computing-software 

MAXQDA offers a free 14-day trial for both Windows and Mac users. We recommend downloading your trial no earlier than 14 days before the workshop date to ensure you have ample time to familiarize yourself with the software, but also be able to access the software during the workshop. Free trials can be accessed through MAXQDA’s website: https://www.maxqda.com/trial