This paper critically reviews of the use of thematic analysis (TA) in qualitative research by describing its procedures  and processes and by comparing grounded theory (GTA) with hermeneutic analysis. The literature that relates to  thematic analysis (TA) shows that there is a lack of descriptions issues exist due respect to the concepts, process,  validations and clarifications that been used by researchers.

This paper attempts to explore the current use and effectiveness of Weblog services in higher  education. The views of the learners in this study toward utilizing Weblogs within their learning environment  were mixed. Their views can be divided in two groups; the first group of students were of the opinion that  utilizing Weblogs with their learning environment did not provide the interest they were expecting.