analyseebene
Analyseebene is a term used in research and data analysis to denote the level at which phenomena are examined. It defines the unit of observation and the scope of inference, influencing the choice of variables, data sources, measurement methods, sampling strategies, and statistical techniques. The concept helps researchers align their theoretical questions with an appropriate level of analysis.
Common levels, often expressed as mikro-, meso-, and makroebene (micro-, meso-, macro-levels), are widespread in the
Choosing the Analyseebene has methodological consequences. It determines which data are suitable, what kinds of variables
In practice, the Analyseebene should match the research question and the mechanism under study. It is a