2.6 Data Analysis Techniques

Data analysis was conducted phenomenologically using the following steps: first, data from interviews and student reflections were transcribed verbatim; second, meaningful statements were identified by marking those relevant to the learning experience using board games; third, these statements were grouped into main themes such as visualization, interactivity, motivation, and conceptual understanding; fourth, a comprehensive description of the essence of the experience was compiled, highlighting the meaning of the students' experiences; and finally, validation of the findings was conducted through member checking to ensure the validity of the data interpretation.