Focus Group Discussions
Overview
FieldSocio’s FGD module supports multi-speaker recording with speaker identification, tagging, and AI-powered analysis.
Setting Up an FGD
- From your project, tap FGDs
- Tap New FGD
- Configure the session:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Title | Topic or theme of the discussion |
| Language | Primary language spoken |
| Location | Where the FGD is taking place |
| Participants | Number of participants and their details |
- Add speakers — Register each participant with a name or identifier so you can tag their contributions during the session
During the Discussion
- Record the full session
- Tag speakers — Mark who is speaking at any point
- Add markers — Flag key moments, agreements, or disagreements
- Take live notes — Type observations alongside the recording
Speaker Management
Each speaker in the FGD can have:
- A name or pseudonym
- Demographic details (age, gender, role)
- Individual consent status
- Tagged segments in the transcript
After the FGD
Once the recording is processed:
- Full transcript with speaker labels
- AI-generated summary of key discussion points
- Auto-coded themes
- Speaker-level contribution analysis
Best Practices
- Limit groups to 6-12 participants for productive discussion
- Assign a note-taker in addition to the recording
- Use speaker tags consistently throughout the session
- Capture the seating arrangement for reference
- Record informed consent for all participants before starting