International Journal of Qualitative Methods (Mar 2010)

Understanding the Processes of Translation and Transliteration in Qualitative Research

  • Krishna Regmi FHEA, MPH, PGDip, PGCert. PhD Researcher,
  • Jennie Naidoo BSc, MSc, PGDip, PGCE,
  • Paul Pilkington BA, MSc, PGCE, FFPH, PhD

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1177/160940691000900103
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 9

Abstract

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There has been growing interest in the use of qualitative methods in health research amongst health and social care professionals. Good qualitative cross-cultural research analysis is not an easy task as it involves knowledge of different approaches, techniques and command of the appropriate languages. This article aims to discuss and explore some of the key processes and concepts involved in conducting translation and transliteration of qualitative research.