Dedoose History 101: Episode Four

The Dedoose and EFI (Ecocultural Family Interview) story is a reminder that innovative solutions often emerge from the intersection of compassion and scientific rigor.

In this installation of our ongoing video blog series, we continue to learn about the fascinating connection between EFI (Ecology of Family Interaction) and Dedoose. Explore how our founders’ vision emerged from ethnography, and the power of listening to families and parents with children with disabilities.

The Birth of EFI

The idea for EFI did not come from thin air. It was born out of genuine interactions and experiences with families and parents. One pivotal moment was when a lady participating in a round table expressed her frustration with traditional scales and instead urged them to simply listen to her subjective experience. This powerful moment sparked the idea to capture both the subjective and contextual aspects of family interactions.

Dedoose and EFI History with our Co-Founders, Part 4

Methodological Shift

To bring their vision to life, our founders pondered over methodology. They sought to capture the individual’s perspective and the broader context of family interactions. This involved looking at the activities, settings, and relationships within the family unit. Dr. Weisner and Dr. Lieber recognized that many existing measures were individualistic, and thus EFI’s approach stood out as more holistic and inclusive.

A Diverse Social Science Group

The journey to EFI’s realization took place within a mixed-method social science group. Comprising individuals from diverse backgrounds such as anthropology, psychology, and quantitative disciplines, This collaborative environment provided a fertile ground for innovation and transformative thinking.

Empathetic Listening and Multidisciplinary Collaboration in an App

The origins of EFI and its evolution into Dedoose are a testament to the power of empathetic listening and multidisciplinary collaboration. By taking inspiration from real-life experiences and combining diverse perspectives, the co-founders have created a platform that seeks to capture the complexity of family interactions in revolutionary ways. The Dedoose and EFI story serves as a reminder that innovative technological solutions often emerge from the intersection of compassion and scientific rigor.

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Looking for More Dedoose Videos? Visit Our YouTube Channel.

We are constantly refreshing our video offerings on the official Dedoose Support YouTube channel.

Even though our older Dedoose videos have not yet been re-recorded using our newest interface, the basics are still helpful for most functions in Dedoose.

In the meantime, we are working on our inventory and publishing new content every chance we get!

We highly recommend the following Dedoose YouTube videos to help you get started:

“Dedoose 101. Introduction to Dedoose – A Qualitative Data Analysis Program” recorded and presented by our friends at the UCSF Center for AIDS Prevention Studies (CAPS) and Prevention Research Center (PRC)
“Dedoose Tutorial” by our friend, Jo-Ann Wong
” How to analyze qualitative data using Dedoose: Overview recorded and presented by our friend, Philip Adu, Ph.D
“Survey Data and Dedoose with the Institute for Mixed Methods Research” a FREE video (usually a $300 webinar event!) from our official Dedoose Support YouTube Channel
“Training Center: Create Code Application Test (Part I) from our official Dedoose Support YouTube Channel
“Training Center: Take a Code Application Test (Part II)” from our official Dedoose Support YouTube Channel
“Dedoose Video Tutorial 1: Qualitative & Mixed Methods Research using Dedoose” from our official Dedoose Support YouTube channel
“Collaboration Features Overview” from our official Dedoose Support YouTube channel

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