lecture 4

Question 1

what are two main types of interviewing within qualitative research?

Answer 1

1. unstructured interviewing
2. semi-structured interviewing

Question 2

unstructured interviewing =

Answer 2

this type of interviewing does not have a predetermined set of questions or a formal interview guide. it allows flexability and open ended conversation

Question 3

semi structured interviewing =

Answer 3

this type of interviewing involves conducting interviews with a predetermined set of open-ended questions while allowing for flexibility and adaption of the participants responses. it strikes a balance between the structure of standardized questions and the flecibility to explore topics in more depth

Question 4

life history interview =

Answer 4

participants look back at their whole life

Question 5

oral history interview =

Answer 5

participants look back at a certain event that happend in the past

Question 6

life history method =

Answer 6

use of diaries, photographs and letters. it is refferd to as biographical method

Question 7

narrative analysis =

Answer 7

focuses attention on people’s stories concerning sequences of events that permeate their lives

Question 8

focus group =

Answer 8

a method of interviewing that involves more then one, usually at least four participans. it has a specific theme that is explored in depth

Question 9

moderator =

Answer 9

person who runs the focus group session

Question 10

participant observation

Answer 10

a research method where a researcher joins a group of people they want to study and becomes a part of their activities. The researcher observes how the group behaves and interacts while actively participating in their daily routines. By doing this, the researcher can better understand the group’s culture, beliefs, and values from an insider’s perspective.