NVivo, a powerful software tool designed to support qualitative and mixed methods research, is now available free of charge to UMass Amherst students. This innovative software enables users to collect, organize, and analyze content from various sources, including interviews, focus group discussions, surveys, audio, social media, and the web.

One of the key benefits of NVivo is its ability to provide powerful search, query, and data visualization tools. With these features, researchers can quickly identify patterns and themes in their data, making it easier to draw meaningful conclusions from their findings.

In addition to its advanced analytics capabilities, NVivo also offers multiple coding options using a range of techniques, including a QuickCoding box. This makes it easy to categorize and analyze large amounts of data, even for those without extensive coding experience.

NVivo can be used on one device at a time, with the option to have a second copy for backup purposes only. The software is available to UMass Amherst faculty, research staff, and graduate students who are eligible to use licenses obtained from IT. It can be used for research and instruction purposes, but not for administrative projects.

To obtain an NVivo license, individuals should first contact their department and inquire about a departmental license. If a departmental license is not available, users can fill out the Software Request form in ServiceNow to request a license.

NVivo is available at no additional cost to UMass Amherst faculty and staff, making it an excellent resource for researchers and students alike. For more information on NVivo, including its features and capabilities, please visit the QSR Web site or contact the IT Administration Desk.

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