We reject the use of generative artificial intelligence for reflexive qualitative research

Citation

Jowsey T, Braun V, Clarke V, Lupton D & Fine M (2025) We reject the use of generative artificial intelligence for reflexive qualitative research. Jasper C (Other) Qualitative Inquiry. https://doi.org/10.1177/107780042514018

Abstract
Four hundred and nineteen experienced qualitative researchers from 32 countries invite readers of Qualitative Inquiry to consider their position on use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) for qualitative research. We hold the position that analytic approaches such as reflexive thematic analysis are human research practices requiring a subjective, positioned, and reflexive researcher and therefore the use of GenAI in such approaches is not methodologically congruent. We additionally reject GenAI for reflexive qualitative approaches on the grounds of social and environmental justice.

Keywords
generative artificial intelligence; reflexive; qualitative; justice; methodological; human

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