Conference Report: Membership Categorization Analysis. Soziologische Perspektiven auf ein Forschungsprogramm [Membership Categorization Analysis. Sociological Perspectives on a Research Program]

Authors

  • Sarah Boysen Universität Duisburg Essen

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17169/fqs-25.3.4287

Keywords:

qualitative research, sociology, membership categorization analysis, methodology, reflection, research practice

Abstract

With a diverse program focusing on membership categorization analysis (MCA), the conference provided insights into a method of analysis that is yet to be established in German-speaking qualitative research. Presentations were offered on qualitative-empirical research practice, as well as theoretical considerations of categorization analysis. The MCA perspective was discussed by a diverse group of presenters. Among the approaches examined was a fundamental categorization analysis, in addition to specific MCA methods. This diversity of approaches was advantageous for positioning MCA  within a wider spectrum of sociological categorization analysis. A summary of the findings from critical and productive discussions and the contributions of the presenters is provided.

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Author Biography

Sarah Boysen, Universität Duisburg Essen

Sarah BOYSEN ist Doktorandin am Promotionskolleg "MitSprache. Mitbestimmung durch Sprachgewalten" der Ruhr Universität Bochum. Zuvor hat sie Kulturwissenschaften in Leipzig studiert. Ihre Forschungsinteressen liegen in der Kultur- und Sprachsoziologie sowie der qualitativen Sozialforschung. In ihrer Dissertation beschäftigt sie sich mit Sprache, Macht und Identität im Kontext deutscher Sprachfärbungen und Dialekte.

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Published

2024-09-29

How to Cite

Boysen, S. (2024). Conference Report: Membership Categorization Analysis. Soziologische Perspektiven auf ein Forschungsprogramm [Membership Categorization Analysis. Sociological Perspectives on a Research Program]. Forum Qualitative Sozialforschung Forum: Qualitative Social Research, 25(3). https://doi.org/10.17169/fqs-25.3.4287

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