Phase 3: Data Analysis

YPAR Phase 3: Data Analysis - Graphic Organizer

This graphic organizer supports students in sorting and organizing their collected data, identifying themes, and connecting findings to their research questions. It works for both qualitative and quantitative data.

Step 1: Restate Your Research Question

Write your research question clearly:

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Step 2: Organize Qualitative Data (Coding)

Review your interview transcripts, focus group notes, and observations. Identify key words, ideas, or patterns.

Step 3: Organize Quantitative Data

Review your survey results or other numerical data. Summarize findings and note trends.

Step 4: Identify Key Findings

List the most important takeaways from your analysis:

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Step 5: Connect Findings to Your Research Question

Explain how your findings answer your research question:

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Step 6: Preparing to Share Findings

Brainstorm ways to present your findings visually (charts, graphs, posters, videos, etc.):

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YPAR Phase 3: Data Analysis - Example Unit Calendar & Lesson Plan

This example calendar and lesson plan outline how Phase 3 can be paced and taught over two weeks. It breaks down the process of coding, identifying themes, and connecting findings to the research question.

Unit Description

Purpose: To guide students in analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data, identifying key findings, and connecting results to their research question.
Timeline: Weeks 5–6 of the YPAR process.
Final Assessment for Phase 3: A summary of key findings supported by evidence, ready for presentation in the Action phase.

Essential Question(s)

• What patterns or themes can we find in our data?
• How do our findings answer our research question?

Main Standards

Common Core ELA: Speaking & Listening, Writing (Research)
Mathematics: Data Analysis and Interpretation
Social Studies: Inquiry and Civic Engagement

Main Objectives

• Students will code qualitative data to identify themes.
• Students will summarize and interpret quantitative data.
• Students will connect findings to the research question.

Formative Assessments

Coding practice worksheets, small-group theme discussions, draft summaries of findings.

Summative Assessment

Finalized list of key findings supported by evidence from the data.

Unit Schedule - Phase 3: Data Analysis

Sample Lesson Plan - Day 22: Coding Practice

YPAR Phase 3: Data Analysis - Suggested Scaffolds

These scaffolds are designed to support students in coding data, identifying themes, and connecting findings to their research questions. They include visual tools, sentence stems, and multilingual supports to ensure that all students can engage in the analysis process.

Sentence Stems for Describing Findings

- “One pattern we noticed in our data is __________.”
- “A theme that came up in multiple sources is __________.”
- “This finding answers our research question because __________.”
- “An unexpected result we found was __________.”

Modeling Tools

- Teacher models coding by highlighting keywords or phrases in a short text.
- Use color-coding for different themes across qualitative data.
- Demonstrate how to group codes into broader categories.
- Show examples of visual displays (charts, graphs, posters) for both qualitative and quantitative findings.

Supports for Multilingual Learners and Students with IEPs

- Provide bilingual glossaries for coding terms.
- Allow students to code and identify themes in their home language.
- Use images or symbols for recurring themes.
- Provide pre-filled coding charts with space for students to add examples.
- Offer sentence stems and prompts in multiple languages.

Collaborative Discussion Protocols

- Think-Pair-Share: Students reflect individually, share with a partner, then share with the group.
- Round Robin: Each student shares one code or theme they found.
- Consensus Mapping: Groups use sticky notes to map and cluster themes.
- Evidence Wall: Post quotes, codes, and findings for the class to review and organize together.

Ethical Considerations in Analysis

- Keep participant information confidential.
- Avoid altering data to fit expectations.
- Ensure that findings represent the diversity of voices in the data.
- Discuss possible biases and how to reduce them.

YPAR Phase 3: Data Analysis - Phase Checklist

This checklist helps confirm that students are ready to move from Data Analysis to the Action phase. It ensures that all data has been analyzed, findings are clearly stated, and connections to the research question are made.

☐ All qualitative data has been reviewed and coded.

☐ All quantitative data has been summarized and trends identified.

☐ Key themes or patterns have been agreed upon by the group.

☐ Findings are directly connected to the original research question.

☐ At least three key findings are clearly stated and supported by evidence.

☐ Visual representations (e.g., charts, graphs, posters) of findings are prepared or in progress.

☐ All voices in the group have contributed to the interpretation of the data.

☐ Potential biases and limitations of the data have been discussed.

☐ Ethical considerations in sharing data have been reviewed (confidentiality, respect for participants).

☐ The group has a clear plan for how findings will be used in the Action phase.

Lesson Plan Template

Topic/Title:

SchYPAR Standard(s):

1. Define YPAR (Youth Participatory Action Research) as a Social Science Research is about collaborations and actions to make change happen.

SchYPAR Objective(s):

Standard(s):

Objective(s):

Vocabulary:

Differentiation:

Materials:

Student Activities: (Check all that apply for activities throughout lessons):

Student Activities Breakdown:

1. Opening Question (Hook/Intro)

2. …

3. …

4. …

5. Closing/Review

Assessment(s):

Accommodations:

Resources: