Summary
This video tutorial introduces the use of memos in NVivo 12 for recording thoughts and reflections during research. Memos can be linked to specific items, themes, or queries, and annotations can also be added to highlight unfamiliar terms for later reference.
Highlights
- 📝 Memos in NVivo 12 are used to record thoughts, feelings, and reflections during research.
- 🔗 Memos can be linked to specific items, themes, or queries within the program.
- 🔍 Annotations can be added to highlight unfamiliar terms for later reference.
Keywords
NVivo, memos, annotations
Key Moments
- Introduction to Memos00:05
- Memos are essential for recording thoughts, feelings, and reflections during research.
- They can be accessed under quick access and stored within the notes area.
- Memos can be created by right-clicking and choosing “new memo” in the memos area or subfolders.
- Creating Memo Links01:00
- Specific memos can be linked to items like interviews, themes, or cases within the program.
- Memos serve various purposes such as progress reports, project administration, and team communication.
- Queries can also be stored in memos for easy access and reference.
- Enhancing Memos02:45
- Text from interviews can be copied and pasted as “see also” links in memos to avoid duplicating data.
- See also links provide a better way to connect sources and memos without copying large chunks of text.
- All see also links are stored in the notes area for easy access and organization.
- Annotations in Memos04:19
- Annotations can be created to highlight unfamiliar terms or concepts for further research.
- Annotations appear as highlighted text in blue within documents and can be viewed at the bottom of the document.
- Multiple annotations can be added to a document and are also stored in the notes area under the annotations folder.
