- Errors in transcribing processes could change meanings
- Common errors: spelling/ punctuation, transcribers’ mishearing and misinterpretation, and language barrier

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1) Equipment Failure 
2) Environmental Hazards 
3) Transcription Errors 


Three Common Pitfalls

  Easton, K. L., McComish, J. F., & Greenberg, R. (2000). Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Qualitative Data Collection and Transcription. Qualitative Health Research, 10(5), 703–707. https://doi.org/10.1177/104973200129118651

Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Qualitative Data Collection and Transcription (2000)

A common problem in recording conversations or interviews. It could happen when unprepared or unfamiliar with collecting data
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1) Equipment Failure

- Sound is the most common environmental hazard
- Reducing sound distraction can prevent errors in transcribing

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