Step 1: Import Sources

• Download NVivo from AppAnywhere
• Open NVivo and create a new project.
• Import the 2-5 journal articles on similar research topics (PDF or Word documents).

Step 2: Read and Explore

• Read each article carefully.
• Highlight sections relating to:
  • Research aim
  • Methodology
  • Findings
  • Limitations

Step 3: Create Nodes (Codes)

• Create nodes such as:
  • Research Methodology
  • Data Collection
  • Key Findings
  • Strengths
  • Limitations

Step 4: Code the Data

• Assign relevant text from each article to the appropriate nodes.

Step 5: Compare the Articles

• Use the coded data to identify similarities and differences in:
  • Research methods
  • Results
  • Conclusions

Step 6: Summarise Your Findings

• Create a short summary of the main themes and insights.
• Complete the comparison template provided.

Step 7: Present to Peers

• Share your findings and discuss which study provides stronger evidence and why