An example of an AI tool to support research interview tasks (information form perplexity.ai)
My question 1: "As a part-time lecturer on research methods for MBA and Housing Studies students, I am interested to learn how the AI meeting tool of Fireflies.ai could support both the meeting transcription function (for research interview purpose for my discussion here) and for supporting qualitative data analysis (both with the inductive approach of generating codes, categories and themes) and with the deductive approach of using theories as a coding scheme for theory-driven analysis on the interview transcripts). Could you highlight the Fireflies functions with regards to the needs of research interview?"
The reply: "Fireflies.ai offers strong support for research interviews through its AI meeting transcription and analysis functions, which can benefit both MBA and Housing Studies students in research methods classes.
Meeting Transcription for Research Interviews
Fireflies.ai automatically records and transcribes interviews from various sources including audio/video files and live virtual meetings by joining as a silent attendee.
It provides accurate, time-stamped transcripts and stores all transcriptions in an organized, searchable notebook.
Users can export transcripts in multiple formats (PDF, DOCX, CSV, JSON) for further use.
The tool also offers playback options with variable speeds and allows sharing key moments ("Soundbites") with collaborators.
Support for Qualitative Data Analysis
Fireflies.ai includes analytical features that help dissect conversations to identify patterns, trends, and insights from transcripts.
It facilitates collaborative work on transcripts and analyzed data among research teams.
Researchers can use the transcripts for inductive qualitative analysis by generating codes, categories, and themes from raw interview data.
For deductive analysis, theory-driven coding schemes can be applied to the textual data to categorize segments according to pre-existing theoretical frameworks.
The platform supports transitioning from raw transcripts to actionable insights, aiding systematic qualitative research processes.
Additional Benefits Relevant to Research Interviews
Automating transcription saves time and reduces human errors compared to manual transcription.
Easily accessible, organized transcripts enhance data management in qualitative research.
Integration with other tools (Slack, Notion, Teams) supports efficient sharing and collaboration within research groups.
In summary, Fireflies.ai is well-suited for research interview transcription and supports both inductive and deductive approaches to qualitative data analysis by providing accurate transcripts, tools for reviewing and sharing key content, and collaboration features for systematic coding and thematic analysis."
My question 2: "Could you tell me the software option names for supporting inductive and deductive analysis?"
The reply: "Fireflies.ai does not have specifically named separate software options dedicated solely to inductive or deductive qualitative analysis. Instead, it offers an integrated suite of features within the platform that supports both approaches to qualitative data analysis on interview transcripts:
For inductive analysis (generating codes, categories, and themes from raw data), Fireflies.ai provides AI-powered transcription along with tools for identifying patterns, themes, and sentiment in conversations. It helps extract themes and summarize key points from transcripts, which supports inductive coding by surfacing insights from the raw data.
For deductive analysis (applying theory-driven coding schemes), the platform facilitates searching transcripts for keywords or pre-defined themes, allowing researchers to organize and categorize data according to existing theoretical frameworks. Users can manually or collaboratively tag and mark transcript segments based on theory-based codes.
Key features supporting both include:
AI-generated transcripts and summaries.
Searchable transcripts with keyword and theme tracking.
Collaboration tools for joint coding and analysis.
Sentiment and conversational analytics to enrich qualitative insights.
Thus, rather than having explicitly named separate options, Fireflies.ai serves as a flexible tool whose transcription and analytic features support both inductive and deductive qualitative research processes within a single platform."
My question 3: "Does the software have a trial version which is free of charge to use?"
The reply: "Yes, Fireflies.ai offers a free trial period to explore its features without charge. Specifically, it provides a 7-day free trial during which users can access many of its premium functionalities.
Details About the Free Trial
The trial includes full access to the Business plan features, such as unlimited transcription, video recording, AI summaries, conversational insights, and integrations.
You are required to enter payment details when starting the trial, but you won't be charged until the trial period ends.
Users can cancel anytime during the trial to avoid charges.
Summary of the Free Trial Benefits
Unlimited transcription and storage during the trial.
Access to advanced features like AI summaries and integrations.
Ability to evaluate how the platform fits your research and organizational needs before committing.
For the most current details, checking the official Fireflies.ai pricing page or trial setup instructions on their website is recommended."
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