ATLAS.ti is one of the most powerful tools for 
qualitative research today. The software package facilitates the management and analysis of qualitative data, including text and multimedia. An explanation of the features and a downloadable trial version of the software can be found on http://atlasti.com.
Most popular are the intensive 1, 2 and 3 day introductory, intermediate and advanced user workshops. These can be tailor-made to include a variety of special topics, the most popular modules being the improvement of coding systems; survey research in ATLAS.ti; specialised applications of analysis tools; working with video, audio and geo-data; uses of ATLAS.ti in interaction with other programs; and sessions that advice on the set-up and approaches towards coding and analysis of participants’ specific research projects.
About the instructor
I am a certified ATLAS.ti professional trainer senior level and a registered consultant at ATLAS.ti, with over a decade of experience in teaching the program throughout Europe, Latin America and Africa. I offer a variety of forms of instruction, with or without the use of participants’ own data. Generally, I work in English, but training sessions in Dutch, German, Swahili and Spanish can be made available upon request.
As a professional academic researcher, I have many years of experience in undertaking and supervising research projects in different disciplines. In my courses, I aim to provide users not only with the skills to operate ATLAS.ti efficiently, but also with the methodological background and specialised advise to successfully complete their project using the program.
Participant reactions (acquired through anonymous evaluations)
‘Everything that was outlined by the facilitator was extremely relevant and helpful. I feel confident that I will be able to use ATLAS.ti to produce a high standard project’
‘It really challenged my understanding of data analysis and the use of ATLAS.ti’
‘I liked the attention Vanessa gave to the group as well as individually. She cleared up a lot of gaps and misunderstood concepts’
‘I think the workshop should be available to all researchers who use qualitative data’
‘It was very hands-on. It enabled us to practice’
‘highly informative and the facilitator patient and kind’
In answer to the question: ‘What did you like most about the workshop?’
‘The facilitator’s level of expertise – she is knowledgeable’
‘The vast information that was shared by the facilitator as well as her passion in doing this. She is patient and very clear when explaining’
‘The way the facilitator explained and made time to ensure that all participants were on the same page’.
‘The flexibility and knowledge of the facilitator’
‘The facilitator’s competence and willingness to keep everyone on board’
‘Everything. Since I’m being introduced to ATLAS.ti 8, the workshop gave a broad overview on how the tool works. I especially liked that the facilitator took time to explain challenging sections and to specifically go to and show individuals how to progress’
More information
For dates and prices of training sessions and consultancies contact me by email vanessa.wijngaarden@uliege.be As I reside in remote locations for fieldwork at times, digital communication is preferable.
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