I have to admit that I got value for my money and time in terms of qualitative data analysis and the use of the ATLAS.ti software. For two days my data, the instruction in qualitative data analysis and the software were seamlessly integrated. It was more more than just coding, as the Network views and Query tools added other dimensions to my transcripts. The methodological approach recommended by Dr. Contreras provides a useful framework for working with qualitative data. It was extremely hands-on and is guaranteed to be an eye-opener. I eagerly await the Advanced Online Course and other courses involving Dr. Contreras and ATLAS.ti software.
N.N
Qualitative Data Analysis with ATLAS.ti Seminar
December 12, 2011

 

 

With my very busy schedule, I decided to focus in on the two-day and in-person seminar. At the end of the day, that was the best decision that I made when selecting the educational strategy. I brought the first six interviews that we have collected and I was able to begin building my coding and strategy as the workshop progressed. Throughout, Dr. Contreras was attentive, highly professional, and exceptionally knowledgeable about ATLAS.ti. And I really appreciate that he is an applied cultural anthropologist with an appreciation for both inductive and deductive approaches to qualitative research. He knows the software and understands qualitative research! This experience was not only a project analysis jumpstart, but one excellent use of my time!
Karen Rotabi, PhD
School of Social Work, Virginia Commonwealth University
Qualitative Data Analysis with ATLAS.ti Seminar
December 10, 2011

 

 

After using ATLAS.ti on my own for a year, the introductory course brought everything together. More important was the the link between the software and the the methodology questions being used by the researcher. I am now able to explore my research with a greater degree of integration and complexity.  I intend to participate in other training sessions in the future.  
N.N., October 2, 2011
Introduction to ATLAS.ti Through Web Conferencing

 

 

The course is a worthwhile investment for researchers new to computer-assisted qualitative data analysis and to ATLAS.ti.
N.N.
Introduction to ATLAS.ti Through Web Conferencing
September 30, 2011

 

 

Dr. Contreras helped me to understand how to get started with ATLAS.ti. He did an excellent job of building on the many tools in ATLAS.ti without confusing them, from basic to more advanced. He also provided the rationale behind tool choice--for times when there is more than one option--and provided a helpful (and unexpected) methodological rationale for specific tool use and the strategy behind it.
Diana Bowen, PhD
Capella University
Introduction to ATLAS.ti Through Web Conferencing
September 30, 2011

 

 

I am sure that all of the participants who attended the DC Training (August, 2011, at The Carriage House at the Mathematical Association of America. 1781 Church Street NW, Washington, DC 20036) would agree that Ricardo's ability to combine theory with his work experience led to a richer discussion and learning environment that allowed participants to make their own contributions to synthesize the sessions with their everyday work.
Thierno Faye
Program Officer for Africa
Institute for Reproductive Health at Georgetown University
Qualitative Data Analysis with ATLAS.ti-Washington, DC
August 19, 2011

 

 

This was an extremely helpful workshop. I had been using ATLAS.ti at a very basic level for about 10 years.  Taking the workshop filled gaps in my understanding of the software (there were more gaps than I realized!) and gave me an overall framework for using the software to support my analysis.  
L. B., PhD
Qualitative Data Analysis with ATLAS.ti-Washington, DC
August 19, 2011

 

 

Having been to several training classes on software applications I think the class presented by EQR is the best I have ever attended.  I came away with a great understanding of the capabilities of the software as well as a high degree of confidence that I will now be able to conduct my research in a much more effective way through the use of ATLAS.ti and the features of the software.
Bernard Bailey, MBA and Doctoral Candidate
CEO Paraquis Solutions, LLC
Qualitative Data Analysis with ATLAS.ti-Washington, DC
August 19, 2011

 

 

Learning to utilize a powerful data analysis tool such as ATLAS.ti seemed to be at best a daunting project.  Nevertheless, Dr. Contreras in depth knowledge of the software, insight as an experienced user, and patience as an instructor transformed what could be an overwhelming journey into a manageable learning opportunity.  By the completion of the introductory session, I was excited to plunge into my own research project, confident in being able to utilize the software, and reassured that EQR Training would be available to answer any challenges that I would encounter.
N.N.
Introductory Online Workshop
July 29, 2011

 

 

Ricardo's training was a lucid introduction to ATLAS.ti for someone starting from square one. He explained well the organization of the software and the basic functions. After the training I felt that I could work on my own from the manual more effectively. Having the security of 30 days to ask follow up questions is a nice added benefit. While this training only scratches the surface of the functionality of ATLAS.ti, it is a good beginner's orientation.
Joyce Kilmartin
Student
Institute for Transpersonal Psychology
Introductory Online Workshop
July 29, 2011

 

 

Very good workshop - very knowledgeable instructor.  
Kay Scott, LCSW and Doctoral Candidate
Advanced Web Conferencing Workshop
July 8, 2011

 

 

This workshop is very helpful - especially if you have made some progress on your analysis are are looking to move to the next level.
Jane Palmer, MSW
Doctoral Candidate
American University
Advanced Web Conferencing Workshop
July 8, 2011

 

 

A great introduction to ATLAS.ti!
Erin Hatton, PhD
Assistant Professor
SUNY at Buffalo
Web Conferencing Workshop
June 17, 2011

 

 

The atlas.ti training provided by Ricardo Contreras, PhD, was well-tailored to webinar attendees. Dr. Contreras was attentive to the experience level of each attendee as well as the specific research applications of those who were willing to share how they were using ATLAS.ti. From this information he was able to walk attendees through various functions of ATLAS.ti and illustrate practical application of the program. Opportunities to ask questions and have them answered were beneficial to all webinar participants.
Virginia Hauser
Program Assistant-ADCAPS, WSU Counseling and Testing Services
Washington State University
Web Conferencing Workshop
June 17, 2011

 

 

Ricardo is an excellent instructor. He explains the concepts and the process of working with ATLAS ti, which can be complicated, in a very logical and systematic manner. The workshop was excellent in helping me get my research project started on the right track. I feel confident that with practice I will be able to produce a quality analysis of my data. Thank you!
Liz Walcher, MA, PhD Candidate
Organizational Learning, University of New Mexico
Web Conferencing Workshop
June 17, 2011

Ricardo is an excellent teacher! I am looking forward to taking another class from him.
Cassandra Loggins, MSN, RN
College of Nursing, University of Missouri St. Louis
Qualitative Data Analysis with ATLAS.ti
Chicago, June 1, 2011

 

 

I found the workshop to be comprehensive, detailed, and relevant to the work I am doing analyzing qualitative interviews. The workshop provides a great opportunity to work on a qualitative analysis project while learning a variety of tools to help enhance and inform interpretation of findings.
Faith Hopp, PhD
Assistant Professor, Wayne State University
Qualitative Data Analysis with ATLAS.ti
Chicago
June 1, 2011

 

 

Dr. Contreras did a great job of conveying the rich potential in using ATLAS.ti as an analysis tool, and the organizational techniques that support that analysis, as well as teaching the basic software interface. I left the workshop with a better understanding not only of ATLAS.ti, but of qualitative data analysis in general.
Jessica Speer, MS
Research Specialist
DePaul University Social Science Research Center
Qualitative Data Analysis with ATLAS.ti
Chicago
June 1, 2011

 

 

I strongly believe that mastering the operational mechanism of the ATLAS.ti in crunching huge data will not only boost the researchers' interest in exploring our world but will also help order it in a more meaningful way through their findings.
Jerome Madumelu, MA, Doctoral Candidate
Stony Brook University of New York
Qualitative Data Analysis with ATLAS.ti
Chicago
June 1, 2011

 

 

The in-person training provided by Dr. Contreras was extremely practical and helpful. I learned about the purpose of the software, it's main functions, and direct applications to my data projects. It was especially helpful to hear the different applications and examples from his own experiences and research projects. Similarly, the learning environment was nurturing for beginners and broad enough to be useful for quantitative and qualitative purposes.
Becky Perez, MA, Graduate Student
Counseling and Educational Psychology
Indiana University
Qualitative Data Analysis with ATLAS.ti
Chicago
June 1, 2011

 

 

I wish had attended this workshop in person. I very much appreciate the availability of an online format. This workshop not only includes the mechanics of using the ATLAS.ti program, but it also provides conceptual, theoretical, and methodological content regarding qualitative data analysis. Dr. Contreras has mastered art of engaging workshop participants online. Excellent introductory user manual. 30 day free consultation a great perk.
Bonita Shviraga, MD
Denver, Colorado   
Web Conferencing Workshop
June 1, 2011

 

 

This was my third ATLAS.ti workshop. It was by far the most helpful as it took us from the very beginnings of project organization.  I highly recommend this trainer and this workshop to anyone beginning to use ATLAS.ti.
Kay Scott, PhD Student
Graduate School of Social Service
Fordham University
Web Conferencing Workshop
May 27, 2011

 

 

Overall, this was an excellent way to get my feet wet with the software and learn from others at the same time.
Stephanie Chaudoir, PhD
Assistant Professor of Psychology
Bradley University
Pretoria, Il
Web Conferencing Workshop
May 31st, 2011

 

 

Dr. Contreras' ATLAS.ti introductory training is absolutely essential for the novice user of this very complex software. He has a profound understanding of the the concepts that guide the design of the software. His three sessions were not only a valuable experience for the new user of ATLAS.ti, but an excellent review of many of the central concepts of qualitative research design.  He explains these concepts in clear language, solicits feedback from his students throughout each session, and beautifully models the data management and coding process from beginning to end.
Carol Berkenhotter, PhD
Department of Writing Studies
University of Minnesota
Web Conferencing Workshop
May 27, 2011

 

 

Dr. Contreras is very knowledgeable and helpful. What I got from the six hours introductory training opened my eyes to the universe of ATLAS.ti.
Jalele Defa, Doctoral Candidate
Department of Political Science
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Web Conferencing Workshop
May 27, 2011

 

 

This is a great webinar for obtaining foundational tools needed to operate within ATLAS.ti and to begin a research study. I am a doctoral student without any basic knowledge of the processes needed to conduct a research study. I found Dr. Contreras to be very knowledgeable of this software and research methodology in general. He gave several great tips and answered all of my questions clearly and thoroughly. In addition, he creates an interactive learning environment, allowing time for reflection and practice. Moreover, he can access your screen (with permission, of course) if there are specific questions related to your concerns. I highly recommend this course!
Teresa Whitaker, MS, PHR
Doctoral Candidate
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
Web Conferencing Workshop
May 27, 2011<

 

 

This was a great overview for the novice to ATLAS.ti. I feel much more confident as I begin to analyze my data and look forward to putting my skills to use.
Anne K. Hughes, PhD
Assistant Professor
School of Social Work-Michigan State University
Web Conferencing Workshop
May 15, 2011

 

 

The organization, pace, and interactive elements of the ATLAS.ti workshop helped me to understand all the necessary elements of the program and put this knowledge into practice immediately. As a visual learner, I felt comfortable each step of the way as I was guided in a systematic exploration of this very useful program.
Margo Wolfe, MA
Lecturer
Penn State Erie-The Behrend College
Web-Conferencing Workshop
April 29, 2011

 

 

I really learned a lot. I had done some work in advance of the workshop, but the workshop really put things into a contextual framework for me. I also like the fact that you provided a process for doing research. That was valuable.
Robert Greene, Doctoral Candidate in Human and Organizational Systems
Fielding Graduate University
Web-Conferencing Workshop
April 29, 2011

 

 

Never having used ATLAS.ti before, Ricardo gave a wonderful overview of the software and its capabilities. He also provided more in-depth coverage of particular aspects of ATLAS.ti, was quick to provide personalized help, and responded to questions. It was wonderful that we were able to work with our own data during the workshop! Ricardo also provided helpful information about how to dovetail methodology with the use of ATLAS.ti. He was always thorough and thoughtful, and never condescending. What a refreshing and helpful instructor and workshop!
Kate LaMere, PhD
Assistant Professor
East Carolina University
March 20, 2011

 

 

Although I had read the manual before the workshop, I found the ATLAS.ti introduction at the beginning very useful. The workshop was hands-on and the instructor quite responsive to the needs of each student. Thank you for being so flexible in adapting the material to our needs! I highly recommend it!
Carmen Monico, MS and PhD Candidate
Social Work
Virginia Commonwealth University
March 20, 2011

 

 

Ricardo was wonderful; an excellent instructor who makes ATLAS.ti software much easier to understand. He was very patient with me and able to provide one-to-one assistance. I am much more comfortable and knowledgeable about ATLAS.ti. Thanks so much Ricardo!
Gloria Ann Browning MSN,RN
Assistant Nursing Professor
University of Tennessee at Martin
PhD Doctoral Student, University of New Mexico
One-on-One Web Conferencing Workshop, March 10, 2011

 

 

I found this training to be very useful as an introduction to ATLAS.ti. The fact that I have completed my doctorate was also a beneficial backdrop for the workshop in that my dissertation was a qualitative study. Consequently, having completed a qualitative study (utilizing focus groups and interviews) helped me to relate to, and better appreciate, ATLAS.ti as a research tool, in terms of its functions and especially in terms of the flexibility built into it. Dr. Ricardo Contreras, was excellent in his role as workshop instructor/leader— showing experienced competence, insight, and a very personable approach. I highly recommend him as an ATLAS.ti trainer.
Dan Hechenberger, PhD
Assistant Professor of Social Studies Education
Governors State University
March 6, 2011

 

 

It was a useful look into how to use ATLAS.ti.  Having a conceptual framework for how the program works and organizes data is invaluable.
Dawn Finley
University of Missouri St. Louis
March 6, 2011

 

 

I thought the workshop was highly productive in terms of learning the program in a short period of time. The instructor has a teaching style conducive to learning a computer software program: very patient, flexible, able to provide one-to-one assistance when needed, use of meaningful examples, opportunities for repeated exposure, clear communication, and very approachable.
Jill Johnson
Doctoral Student
Teaching and Learning Division, College of Education
University of Missouri-St. Louis
March 6, 2011

 

 

It's not only what to do and how to navigate ATLAS.ti, but the why you should do it that makes Dr. Contreras' workshop so beneficial.  You understand the power of the tool, but also the power of the work.  It's inspiring to take his workshop.
Rosa Brefeld, Doctoral Candidate
University of Missouri St. Louis
March 6, 2011

 

 

This workshop has been beneficial to me because I can begin to organize my thoughts before I begin my focus group interviews. It will be advantageous for me, especially when I collect my data for my qualitative research on higher education persistence.
Paula Miller, MEd and Doctoral Candidate
Research Assistant Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
University of Missouri St. Louis
March 6, 2011

 

 

Ricardo, this was an incredible training.  I learned all the fundamentals of the ATLAS ti software.  I also found your personal insights into project management and analysis strategies to be invaluable.  If you develop a more advanced course, I will definitely take it.  Thank you so much for your help.
Valli Rajah, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Sociology
John Jay College & The Graduate Center
City University of New York

 

 

Dr. Contreras is a wonderful instructor. I found him not only extremely knowledgeable but also warm and patient. He took the time to answer multiple questions throughout the training and repeated material as necessary to ensure we were all up to speed.
Jennifer Ristow, MSW
Research Assistant
Graduate School of Social Services
Fordham University
Web Conferencing Workshop
February 19, 2011

 

 

Terrific workshop that allowed us to see how powerful ATLAS.ti can be for qualitative scholars.
Joy Koesten, PhD
Communication Studies
University of Kansas
Web Conferencing Workshop
February 19, 2011

 

 

This was an excellent introduction to ATLAS.ti. It allowed me to immediately apply analysis techniques to the interview data I have collected.
Rosalind Garcia-Tosi, MPH, MSW, Doctoral Student
School of Public Health
Tulane University
Web Conferencing Workshop
February 19, 2011

 

 

Ricardo Contreras' ATLAS.ti training was the most informative. He described the differing functions of ATLAS in an integrated and clear manner. After this training, I felt was ready to move ahead with my qualitative data analysis project.
Tina Maschi, PhD
Assistant Professor
Graduate School of Social Service, Fordham University
Web Conferencing Workshop
February 19, 2011

 

 

After purchasing the ATLAS.ti program I was thoroughly overwhelmed. My personal attempts to understand the program left me confused and discouraged. Ricardo did a great job explaining the process in a patient and practical manner. Using my own data made the experience meaningful and knowing that I could follow-up with personal contact has given me great confidence. I would highly recommend this online course to anyone interested in qualitative analysis.
Jean Hasenstab
Counseling & Family Therapy ABD
Doctoral Student
St. Louis University
Web Conferencing Workshop
February 19, 2011

 

 

This class was well paced and covers a lot of information in a short amount of time.  Being able to take a web-based course made learning ATLAS ti very convenient, as most in person courses were located at a distance.  The course explains the features and important considerations of ATLAS ti and gave me hands on experience working with my own documents.  Ricardo did a great job of combining the tools and functions of ATLAS ti with the practical application to my own work.  In a very short amount of time I’ve gained proficiency.  Thanks!!
Linda Bosma, PhD
Community Engaged Analysis Leader, University of Minnesota
President, Bosma Consulting
Web Conferencing Workshop
February 19, 2011

 

 

Dr. Ricardo Contreras is passionate about qualitative research and is totally committed to his students. His mastery of qualitative research shows when he teaches the course. He was fully prepared and was able to introduce ATLAS.ti and its functionalities to all the participants with varying levels of prior experience. I will definitely be recommending his course for my colleagues and students who need to learn qualitative research – not just the use of ATLAS.ti.
S. Srinivasan, PhD
Professor –Department of Marketing, Drexel University
January 29, 2011

 

 

This is my second ATLAS.ti workshop, and even with 4-5 years of basic exposure to the software, I picked up several new tricks from attending the intro to ATLAS.ti workshop. For example, moving beyond basic open coding to work with document, code, and memo families, and learning to search for patterns in the data as facilitated by these new project organizational structures.
Kevin Oliver, PhD
Assistant Professor, NC State College of Education, Instructional Technology Program
North Carolina State University
On-site Workshop
January 2011

 

 

This workshop helped to show me how to use ATLAS.ti. in a nonthreatening way. Great job!
Jennifer Tingen, MS
Research Assistant,  Friday Institute, North Carolina State University
On-site Workshop
January 2011

 

 

I had never used ATLAS.ti before taking this workshop. I now feel capable of using the program to analyze my dissertation data. The program has greatly facilitated my analysis of my interview and observation data, and the format of the workshop allowed me to explore the best tools and approaches for my data.
Catherine LePrevost
Doctoral Candidate
North Carolina State University
On-site Workshop
January 2011

 

 

The request to bring your own data was very useful. I was able to do "real time" coding utilizing some of the components of ATLAS.ti that I had never used before. Also, Dr. Contreras offers on-line consultation after the seminar which is helpful and appreciated. Thank you--this was time well spent!
Rebekah Salt, PhD
Assistant Professor
College of Nursing
University of New Mexico
December 17, 2010

 

 

As a first-time ATLAS.ti user, this was an excellent introduction to the vast utility of the software. I'm excited to start analysis using the skills I developed during the training. Dr. Contreras was knowledgeable, patient, and willing to follow the pace of the group without making the class boring or slow.
Emily Haozous, RN, PhD
Assistant Professor
College of Nursing, University of New Mexico
December 17, 2010

 

 

I am a slow learner for all things-cyber-related, especially as complex as ATLAS ti.  An experienced qualitative researcher [critical ethnography], I needed to learn how to use ATLAS, such a powerful package. Dr. Contreras managed to help me tremendously, because he knew the material, could effectively teach us how to use it, and made us feel that we were able to learn it--we were not 'too old' or 'too far along' to learn--thanks for treating us like humans with real potential!
Jennifer Averill, RN, PhD
Associate Professor of Nursing
College of Nursing, University of New Mexico
December 17, 2010

 

 

Dr. Contreras provided an excellent overview of ATLAS.  I think a real strength of his approach is the emphasis on methodological issues pertaining to qualitative research.  In this regard, the training is grounded in the analytic process and that is essential.
Andrew Sussman, PhD
Research Assistant Professor
Department of Family and Community Medicine
University of New Mexico
December 17, 2010

 

 

I have used ATLAS for a few years - but always like a kindergartener. I really have a much better sense of how to use it much more effectively and how to better organize my data. I also got some ideas about how to teach qualitative research.
Cindy Mendelson, PhD
Associate Professor
College of Nursing
University of New Mexico
December 24, 2010

 

 

Ricardo was very patient with us and thorough in his explanations of the software. He also went beyond just teaching the software by also incorporating qualitative methodology into the instruction.
Sandra Soto
Center for Child and Human Development, Georgetown University
Web conferencing workshop
December 10, 2010

 

 

Ricardo is great! He provides information and analysis training, not just the mechanics of the program.
Courtney Holland
Center for Child and Human Development, Georgetown University
Web conferencing workshop
December 10, 2010

 

 

This was an excellent workshop for familiarization with the ATLAS.ti software. Workshop attendees were given all of the knowledge and handouts necessary to apply ATLAS.ti to their respective research projects. In addition to Dr. Contreras being quite knowledgeable in ATLAS.ti, he is also very meticulous in answering any of the attendees' questions.  One can sense Dr. Contreras' dedication to teaching, especially the knowledge required for research in qualitative venues. As it turns out, ATLAS.ti is the perfect software to help me extract the data required for my own qualitative research. This workshop definitely compressed the learning curve required to learn the software. I can now confidently code, analyze, and interpret my subject data. It was well worth attending.  I would like to thank Dr. Contreras for offering this workshop and for making his knowledge easily available to new users of ATLAS.ti.
Andreas Ringl, MA
Doctoral Candidate
Applied Management & Decision Sciences, Knowledge Management, Walden University
November 14, 2010

 

 

I had very little knowledge and experience with qualitative analysis at the time I attended the Workshop. But by the end of the workshop, I had gained some insight into the meaning of qualitative analysis, how it differs from quantitative analysis and how ATLAS.ti can be used to organize qualitative data in a manner that allows the researcher to fully understand and interpret the research findings.
The instructor, Dr. Contreras, was a very good instructor and was gracious to the participants; he made an effort to address every participant's questions and used examples in participants' projects to explain various sections of the Workshop.
Florence Ndikum-Moffor, PhD, MPH
Preventive Medicine & Public Health, The University of Kansas Medical Center
November 14, 2010

 

 

This was a wonderful introduction to the software.  Every topic covered was very useful.  It was easy to follow along.  I feel like I learned many practical techniques and can start using the software on my own now.
Kristen Powell, MSW and Doctoral Candidate
School of Social Work
Rutgers University
Web Conferencing Workshop
October 31, 2010

 

 

I'm actually pretty excited about ATLAS.ti now...I was somewhat anxious at first.  The software is feature-rich and seemed dauntingly complex at first. Having the structured walk-through with practical recommendations is extremely useful. You've saved me a lot of time, confusion, and likely errors!
Karen Detweiler, Doctoral Candidate
Executive Leadership Doctoral Program, George Washington University
Web-Conferencing Workshop
October 30, 2010

 

 

The ATLAS Ti course accommodated first timers as well as those who needed to improve research skills on qualitative analysis. This is time well spent. I enjoyed the class and learned a whole lot about ATLAS.ti.
Fatima Barnes
Director
Meharry Medical College Library
Nashville, Tennessee
September 26, 2010

 

 

This training was very helpful in getting started in my project.  I feel much more comfortable using this software, and I know I will use it much more effectively with what I have learned.  
Lindy Carrow, MSW
Research Associate
Social IMPACT Research Center, a program of Heartland Alliance
Chicago
Web Conferencing Workshop
September 11, 2010

 

 

Ricardo is an excellent instructor who is extremely knowledgeable about ATLAS.ti. He makes the complexities of the software much easier to grasp, and walks through all the steps in a thorough, clear, understandable way, connecting the importance of small details with the overall larger approach to qualitative analysis.
Amy Kwan, MPH
Doctoral Student, Public Health
Graduate Center, Hunter College, City University of New York
Web Conferencing Workshop
September 11, 2010

 

 

Thanks, Ricardo! I learned so much about using ATLAS.ti efficiently and effectively that would have been helpful when I used the program for my thesis work. You've opened up a lot of possibilities and guided me toward being better organized and a better analyst. I appreciated your handouts and the systematic way you recommend getting ready for analysis as well as the support during, between and after the classes.
Leslie Ayre-Jaschke, MSc Health Promotion
Lead Evaluator for the Alberta Rural Development Network (ARDN)
Alberta, Canada
Web Conferencing Workshop
September 11,  2010

 

 

One of my job duties is to come up with a qualitative study from focus groups of Registered Nurses identifying what is important in their practice of Nursing.  From the data from the focus groups I will be developing a Nursing Practice Model for the Boise VA Medical Center.  Since I am not a researcher this is a challenge and I am very grateful for the direction this workshop provided.
Linley Stanger, MSc Nursing
Associate Chief Nurse at Boise VA Medical Center
Boise, Idaho
Web Conferencing Workshop
September 11, 2010

 

 

Our second round of ATLAS.ti training with Ricardo was absolutely as useful and informative as I expected after going through the initial trainings with him as our guide. This workshop was focused on two projects, neither of which I am working on, and I was still able to take away so much that will be applicable to the project I'm currently working on. I'm still so impressed with Ricardo's ability to go above and beyond what one would think an instructor would do: he took the time to really understand the projects so that he could answer very specific questions and give tailored suggestions. Thank you, thank you!
Victoria Mills
Research Assistant
Department of Public Health, University of Tennessee Knoxville
(On-site advanced training) August  23, 2010

 

 

This workshop was invaluable in its emphasis on the hands-on demonstration and application of techniques with our own data sets. The instructor was absolutely committed to making sure that participants learned and applied as much of the critical components of the software as possible, from initial collection and preparation of the data to analysis and generation of findings.  His dedication to student learning is to be commended!
Diana Romero, PhD
School of Public Health
Hunter College
The City University of New York
August 15, 2010

 

 

I was especially pleased with the way Dr. Contreras tailored the training to our needs, helping us to adapt the software to our particular research project.  By immediately applying the training to our context, I was able to master the process better than I expected.  I feel  confident about using this software for analyzing our data from a national qualitative research project. Dr. Contreras is a true teacher - he met us where we were, and guided us to greater understanding through scaffolding and teaching within our context. I highly recommend this training for anyone considering using this excellent software program.
Katharine Sprecher
PhD Student Cultural Studies of Educational Foundations
The University of Tennessee Knoxville
(On-site workshop)
March 2010

 

 

The ATLAS.ti training was excellent. Dr. Contreras is not only expert at the software, but he is an effective trainer - knowing how to both scope and pace intensive training. All participants in the training were very pleased. Given my immediate needs to analyze extensive data, I felt particularly pleased that I was able to come away from the two days of training with a basic ability and confidence to run the impressive software.
Brian K.  Barber, PhD
Director  Center for the Study of Youth & Political Violence
The University of Tennessee Knoxville
(On-site workshop)
March 2010

 

 

Going into the ATLAS.ti workshop, I was quite apprehensive because I have a tendency to be completely inept at all things computer-related.  I was pleasantly surprised, however, to realize that although ATLAS.ti is a powerful and exciting analysis tool, it is logical and easy to use with a little practice. The software itself has made organizing and systematizing my literature review fast, easy, and even enjoyable.I couldn't have utilized all that ATLAS.ti has to offer without the workshop. Ricardo was wonderful; his knowledge of the software combined with his thorough and easy to follow instructions made the workshop beyond worthwhile.  I was incredibly impressed that anyone could make learning an analysis software so easy! There was a lot of hands on learning, as well as very useful graphs and charts to help us make sense of the web that you can create with ATLAS.ti.   Two thumbs up to the workshop, the instructor, and the software!
Victoria Mills, BA, Communications
The University of Tennessee Knoxville
On-site workshop
March 2010

 

 

After attending the ATLAS.ti workshop with Dr. Contreras, I am empowered to go forth and complete a systematic analysis of my qualitative data from my dissertation research. Specifically, I know the importance of using memos to record my processes that can be easily integrated into my write up of my methods and results to verify that saturation of data was achieved to bolster the validity of my findings.
Lisa Hervey
Research Assistant, Friday Institute for Educational Innovation
Doctoral Candidate in Curriculum and Instruction, North Carolina State University
August 15, 2010

 

 

This workshop went far beyond my expectations in terms of usefulness and applicability to my research.  Ricardo is not only incredibly knowledgeable about ATLAS.ti, his guidance in qualitative coding of data was invaluable. Further, Ricardo's versatility in applying data analysis strategies to different domains of research using ATLAS.ti as the common tool was quite impressive.  I highly recommend this workshop to anyone who wants to use software to qualitatively analyze their data.
Sherry Booth, MEd
Doctoral Student
Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, North Carolina State University
June 19, 2010

 

 

The workshop was wonderful! Having the opportunity to work hands-on with ATLAS.ti to analyze data was invaluable.  Dr. Contreras was thorough and able to explain things in a manner that could be understood by the layperson.  I would recommend this workshop to anyone interested in using ATLAS.ti for qualitative data analysis.
Denise J. Jones, MEd
PhD Student Human Services Counseling
Capella University
June 19 2010

 

 

This workshop was outstanding and far exceeded my expectations. Using our own data for the training and having time to code with Dr. Contreras' assistance was invaluable.  Over the course of a day and a half we were able to design the overall analytic strategy for our study as well as get a good start on the coding. My perspective on qualitative data analysis  has been changed forever.   Thank you, and thank you for your continued support through e-mail as we seek to apply all that we have learned.
Trena Paulus, PhD
Educational Psychology and Counseling
The University of Tennessee at Knoxville
April 2010 (on-site training)

 

 

This was an exceptional training experience.  The workshop was very hands on.  All concepts and their applications were clearly explained.  I highly recommend this to qualitative researchers.  Ricardo does not only show you how to use the ATLAS.ti software but also how to enhance and refine your qualitative analysis methodology.
Dina Martinez-Tyson, PhD MPH
Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute
University of South Florida
April 2010

 

 

The level of individualized help and direction was phenomenal and allowed for personal project specific questions and accomplishments. Dr. Contreras was flexible in the course of scheduling to allow for changes in direction that applied to our group of four.  Although ATLAS.ti is not a difficult system to navigate, it would be difficult and time consuming to try and understand the applications and lexicon without a guide such as Dr. Contreras'.  After just 2 days of intensive training, I feel confident in my ability to use ATLAS.ti and able to articulate my understanding of the program capabilities to my coworkers. This training was truly invaluable!
Stephanie Dinnen
Yale School of Medicine
March 2010

 

 

Thank you for an excellent training!  Not only it enriched my understanding on the capacity of the software, but it also it expanded vastly my skills on data organization and analysis to approaching the analysis of my research study.  I appreciate your feedback and guidance specific to each of our project, and your willingness to work well beyond the agenda of the training.  The training surpassed all my expectation on the quality of the information, content, and skills, and I know it will make a significant contribution towards my PhD.
Francisco Sastre, PhD Candidate
Department of Anthropology
Florida International University
January 2010

 

 

Ricardo...the true benefit of this workshop was beyond how to operate within the software.  You provided organizational and methodological guidance that will result in more valuable and usable outputs of using ATLAS.ti.  Thank you for your dedication to our learning!
Ann E. Schulte, Doctoral Candidate
The Wharton School
University of Pennsylvania
January 2010

 

 

This workshop was very worthwhile. It is practical and hands-on.   The key is bringing your own data to the workshop so that it is completely relevant to each participant.   Professor Contreras is very thoughtful about exposing the functionality of the software in a way that helps the novice maximize its capaibilities without overwhelming the user.   Professor Contreras offered very useful commentary on methodological approaches for qualitative analysis. Overall, this was well worth the time! Thank you!!
Mary Francone,  Doctoral Candidate
The Wharton School
University of Pennsylvania
January 2010

 

 

Dr. Contreras' ATLAS.ti workshop cleared up a great deal of confusion that I had about the program from just reading the manual and experimenting with my own data sets.  He has enabled me to use it in a way that I can now better organize and make connections among my in-depth interviews, particularly in terms of representing thematic content and semantic links graphically through the family coding, network tools, and memo functions.  It makes the task of synthesizing large amounts of qualitative information far more systematic and manageable, with the added  benefit of writing passages as memos linked directly to quotes that you can eventually incorporate into articles, books, and reports.
David Griffith, PhD
Professor
Department of Anthropology-
Institute for Coastal and Marine Resources
East Carolina University
November 2009

 

 

Very helpful and professional...excellent...  
Federico E. Vaca, MD, MPH, FACEP
Professor of Emergency Medicine
Department of Emergency Medicine
Yale University School of Medicine
November 2009