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Qualitative Topics


5 Examples of Quantifying Qualitative Data

5 Examples of Quantifying Qualitative Data

Jeff Sauro • January 24, 2012

The distinction between a qualitative study and quantitative study is a false dichotomy. It doesn't cost more money to quantify or use statistics. It just takes some training and confidence. Not only can qualitative data be categorized into quantities, but it can prompt further questions and discovery for usability improvement.[Read More]


How to quantify comments

How to quantify comments

Jeff Sauro • February 21, 2011

Quantifying the frequency of comments with a binomial confidence interval helps you estimate a sentiment in the total user population and prioritize findings.[Read More]

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About Jeff Sauro

Jeff Sauro is the founding principal of Measuring Usability LLC, a company providing statistics and usability consulting to Fortune 1000 companies.
He is the author of over 15 journal articles and 3 books on statistics and the user-experience.
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Jeff's Books

Quantifying the User Experience: Practical Statistics for User ResearchQuantifying the User Experience: Practical Statistics for User Research

The most comprehensive statistical resource for UX Professions (JUST RELEASED)

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Excel & R Companion to Quantifying the User ExperienceExcel & R Companion to Quantifying the User Experience

Detailed Steps to Solve over 100 Examples and Exercises in the Excel Calculator and R

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A Practical Guide to the System Usability ScaleA Practical Guide to the System Usability Scale

Background, Benchmarks & Best Practices for the most popular usability questionnaire

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A Practical Guide to Measuring UsabilityA Practical Guide to Measuring Usability

72 Answers to the Most Common Questions about Quantifying the Usability of Websites and Software

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