Illuminating Patterns of Perception: An Overview of Q Methodology

Abstract

Q methodology is a research method with a proven history for illuminating agreement and differences among individual and group perceptions. This technical note describes ways for applying Q methodology to assist software engineering processes. As a project management tool, it can help to articulate system requirements and project risk. It can also be used to identify many of the hidden risks and costs associated with system efforts. Q methodology complements a project manager s suite of methodologies and tools by providing a means for uncovering stakeholder perceptions of incorrectly specified requirements, looming risks, and hidden costs. In doing so, it provides stakeholders and project managers with additional insights for troubleshooting project threats.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2004
Accession Number
ADA443484

Entities

People

  • Maureen Brown

Organizations

  • Carnegie Mellon University

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Communities of Interest

  • Engineered Resilient Systems

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  • Business Administration
  • Commerce
  • Copyrights
  • Data Analysis
  • Engineering
  • Factor Analysis
  • Governments
  • Health Care
  • Instructions
  • Law
  • Perception
  • Personality Assessment
  • Political Science
  • Software Design
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Fields of Study

  • Computer science

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  • Software Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Vision Science/Vision Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience.