This document discusses designing research instruments for qualitative data collection. It emphasizes that the instrument should be closely related to the research aims and objectives. Examples of qualitative research instruments include semi-structured questionnaires, themed interviews, and observational guides. The document provides guidance on piloting the instrument, essential skills for interviewers such as active listening and adapting to situations, moderating focus groups, recording responses, and storing data securely.
The document provides guidance on conducting focus group discussions (FGDs). It outlines the key steps in conducting FGDs which include recruiting 8-10 participants with similar backgrounds, arranging the venue to encourage interaction, conducting the session, and writing up and analyzing the results. For each step, details are provided on the roles of the facilitator and recorder, with tips on facilitating discussion, taking notes, and translating/transcribing the discussions. Common mistakes in note taking and expanding notes are also discussed. The document emphasizes capturing participants' verbatim words and perspectives.
1. Focus groups can be used in various sectors like marketing, public relations, health services, and social science research to generate insights into attitudes, behaviors, and decision-making processes.
2. Proper research design and planning is required when conducting focus groups. This involves considering the facilitator, setting, participant size and composition, recruitment methods, topic guide, and addressing any ethical issues.
3. Focus groups are best for exploring perspectives and meanings that people ascribe to ideas and experiences. They provide insights into how views are formed and modified in a group context.
This document provides guidance on conducting qualitative interviews. It notes that interviews should only be included in research design if alternative methods won't work. The goal of qualitative interviews is to let respondents tell their own stories in their own words. Interview guides should be simple prompts to cover topics rather than rigid scripts. Successful interviewers are knowledgeable, structure the interview well, ask clear and simple questions, listen attentively, are flexible and follow up on new information from respondents rather than rigidly following the interview guide. Both the social and ethical aspects of interviews are important to consider.
The document provides tips for students new to conducting qualitative interviews. It discusses developing an interview protocol with an introduction and conclusion script, open-ended questions guided by research, and the option to conduct a follow-up interview. Students should pick an interesting topic, conduct a pilot test, and ensure the interview is not too long. The tips also cover obtaining consent, using recording devices, arranging a quiet interview location, and blocking off sufficient time without distractions. The overall goal is to make the interviewee comfortable sharing their experiences.
This slide will guide other researchers that wants to collect data using Interview method. It teaches how to analyse the data as well. This was a presentation that was carried out in our research method class by our group.
The document provides guidance on conducting effective interviews. It discusses preparing well in advance with an interview schedule and guide to ensure interviews stay focused. The three key steps are preparation, execution, and review. During execution, interviewers should listen actively, ask open and closed questions, and adjust their style based on the interviewee. After, they should write up structured interview notes for review and comparison. The goal is to gain rich information through well-structured guided dialogues.
This document provides guidance on conducting effective focus group interviews. It discusses characteristics of focus groups such as carefully recruiting 5-10 similar participants and conducting interviews in a comfortable environment. Moderator skills are key, including establishing a permissive environment and using prepared open-ended questions. Systematic analysis of focus groups involves transcribing, coding themes across groups, and reporting findings with participant quotes. The document offers examples of open-ended questions and provides tips for effective note-taking, transcription, and analysis.
The document provides guidance on conducting focus group discussions (FGDs). It outlines the key steps in conducting FGDs which include recruiting 8-10 participants with similar backgrounds, arranging the venue to encourage interaction, conducting the session, and writing up and analyzing the results. For each step, details are provided on the roles of the facilitator and recorder, with tips on facilitating discussion, taking notes, and translating/transcribing the discussions. Common mistakes in note taking and expanding notes are also discussed. The document emphasizes capturing participants' verbatim words and perspectives.
1. Focus groups can be used in various sectors like marketing, public relations, health services, and social science research to generate insights into attitudes, behaviors, and decision-making processes.
2. Proper research design and planning is required when conducting focus groups. This involves considering the facilitator, setting, participant size and composition, recruitment methods, topic guide, and addressing any ethical issues.
3. Focus groups are best for exploring perspectives and meanings that people ascribe to ideas and experiences. They provide insights into how views are formed and modified in a group context.
This document provides guidance on conducting qualitative interviews. It notes that interviews should only be included in research design if alternative methods won't work. The goal of qualitative interviews is to let respondents tell their own stories in their own words. Interview guides should be simple prompts to cover topics rather than rigid scripts. Successful interviewers are knowledgeable, structure the interview well, ask clear and simple questions, listen attentively, are flexible and follow up on new information from respondents rather than rigidly following the interview guide. Both the social and ethical aspects of interviews are important to consider.
The document provides tips for students new to conducting qualitative interviews. It discusses developing an interview protocol with an introduction and conclusion script, open-ended questions guided by research, and the option to conduct a follow-up interview. Students should pick an interesting topic, conduct a pilot test, and ensure the interview is not too long. The tips also cover obtaining consent, using recording devices, arranging a quiet interview location, and blocking off sufficient time without distractions. The overall goal is to make the interviewee comfortable sharing their experiences.
This slide will guide other researchers that wants to collect data using Interview method. It teaches how to analyse the data as well. This was a presentation that was carried out in our research method class by our group.
The document provides guidance on conducting effective interviews. It discusses preparing well in advance with an interview schedule and guide to ensure interviews stay focused. The three key steps are preparation, execution, and review. During execution, interviewers should listen actively, ask open and closed questions, and adjust their style based on the interviewee. After, they should write up structured interview notes for review and comparison. The goal is to gain rich information through well-structured guided dialogues.
This document provides guidance on conducting effective focus group interviews. It discusses characteristics of focus groups such as carefully recruiting 5-10 similar participants and conducting interviews in a comfortable environment. Moderator skills are key, including establishing a permissive environment and using prepared open-ended questions. Systematic analysis of focus groups involves transcribing, coding themes across groups, and reporting findings with participant quotes. The document offers examples of open-ended questions and provides tips for effective note-taking, transcription, and analysis.
A focus group is a market research method that brings together 6-10 people in a room to provide feedback regarding a product, service, concept, or marketing campaign.
This document provides guidance on how to conduct in-depth interviews (IDIs). It explains that IDIs are qualitative research techniques that allow for open-ended, one-on-one discussions to gain insights into people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Effective interviewing requires building rapport, actively listening, adapting questioning based on the participant, using open-ended questions, and taking detailed but concise notes for later analysis and reporting. The document outlines best practices for each stage of the IDI process from preparation to note-taking.
This document provides an overview of different types of interviews that can be used in qualitative research methods. It discusses interviews from different philosophical positions, levels of flexibility, means of conducting them, ways of recording, and types of interviewees. Specifically, it outlines structured, unstructured, and semi-structured interviews and how they differ in terms of flexibility and question standardization. It also reviews open-ended and closed questions, issues like interviewer bias, and ways to record interviews like taking notes, using cameras or recorders. The goal is to understand the variety of interview approaches and how to appropriately apply them for different research purposes.
The document discusses interview methods for research. Interviews involve direct face-to-face interaction between the interviewer and interviewee. They allow for collection of in-depth data through open-ended questions and discussion. There are different types of interviews - structured interviews follow a rigid standardized format; semi-structured interviews have some flexibility in question order; single interviews involve one interviewer and interviewee; group interviews have multiple interviewees. Interviews have advantages like depth of information, insights from experts, and flexibility, but are also time consuming to analyze and can be affected by the interviewer.
This document provides guidance on conducting effective interviews for radio production. It discusses:
- The purpose of interviews is to provide the interviewee's perspective in their own words so listeners can evaluate what they say.
- Basic approaches include ensuring the interview is not confrontational and the interviewer does not answer questions, only asks them.
- Proper preparation is key and includes understanding the topic, audience, and interviewee as well as having background facts.
- Effective questioning techniques involve asking open questions about who, what, when, where, how, and why to learn facts and opinions while avoiding leading questions.
This document provides information on conducting focus group discussions and individual interviews for qualitative research. It discusses key aspects of focus groups such as building rapport, facilitating discussion, and advantages and limitations. It also defines individual interviews and describes different types (structured, semi-structured, unstructured) as well as example questions.
The document discusses various qualitative research methods used in interviews and observations. It describes structured, semi-structured, and unstructured interviews, providing examples of questions for each type. It also covers focus groups, problem-centered interviews, expert interviews, and methods of observation like participant and non-participant observation. The purpose of these qualitative research methods is to get an in-depth understanding of experiences, beliefs, and social phenomena.
1. communication skill
a oral communication
2. presentations
a preparation step
b research thoroughly
c document your source
d write your speech
e prepare slides
f rehearsal alone
g tweak the presentation
3. delivery of speech
a conducting discussion
b guidelines in effective GD
4 who to conduct a group discussion
a their goals
b your goals
5 type of interviews question
a prepare
b introduction
c probing
6 written communication
a the art of good writing
b outlines
c Cs of writing
7 paragraphing
8 tips for written communication
9 news paper writing
10 written for magazines
11 effective listening
12 effective reading
This document discusses various aspects of conducting qualitative interviews for research purposes. It defines key terms, describes different types of interviews including informal, general guide, and standardized interviews. It covers telephone interviews, training interviewers to reduce bias, preparing for interviews, and procedures for conducting and analyzing interviews. The goal of qualitative interviews is to understand participants' meanings and experiences on a deeper level through open-ended questioning and probes.
This document provides an overview of conducting interviews for research purposes. It discusses the steps involved, which include designing the study, conducting interviews, ensuring quality and ethical standards, and analyzing the data. Key aspects covered include developing interview questions, creating an engaging dialogue with participants, addressing confidentiality and consent, and using different analytic approaches such as having participants validate interpretations. The overall aim is to understand participants' perspectives in a rigorous yet empathetic manner.
Understanding user needs is essential for design thinking. Qualitative research methods like observation and interviews allow deep insights into user contexts, needs, and pain points. The document discusses how to conduct qualitative research through various methods. It recommends observing users in their natural environments to understand behaviors, then interviewing to gain attitudes and perspectives. Field notes and open-ended questions are important. The goal is to gain empathy and refine understanding of user needs through an iterative research process.
This document outlines the steps for creating a research protocol for conducting interviews. It discusses deciding on a research question and phenomenon, designing relevant interview questions, identifying interview participants, and determining the type of interview. The document provides details on creating an interview protocol, piloting questions, obtaining consent, and conducting the interview. It also discusses structured, semi-structured, and unstructured interviews and the process of testing and refining the interview questions.
This document provides guidance on active listening and effective user dialogue. It discusses the importance of these skills for user experience work. The document outlines techniques for active listening like being present, showing engagement, confirming understanding, and giving feedback. It also discusses how to have effective dialogue by establishing rapport, asking open-ended questions, probing for details, and adopting an "apprentice mindset" to learn from users. The workshop covers these skills through introductions, demonstrations, group activities, and videos.
This document provides an overview of empathy interviews and their role in the design thinking process. It discusses different types of interviews like focus groups and skilled interviews. Empathy interviews are described as the cornerstone of design thinking, as they allow designers to understand users' needs and perspectives. Various empathy tools are introduced, such as empathy maps and the "five whys" technique. The document also includes examples of empathy interview questions. Breakout activities are proposed to have students practice conducting empathy interviews on topics like online learning apps. The goal of interviews is to generate user insights that can help identify problems and opportunities to design better solutions.
This document discusses interview techniques and best practices. It covers types of interviews like structured, semi-structured, and unstructured. It also discusses training interviewers to avoid bias, preparing for an interview with topics like confidentiality and format, asking questions with the right sequence and type, analyzing interviews, and considering the strengths and weaknesses of interviews. The overall goal is to help researchers conduct effective qualitative interviews.
“Focus group interviews typically have five characteristics or features: (a) people, who (b) possess certain characteristics, (c) provide data (d) of a qualitative nature (e) in a focused discussion.”
-Focus Groups: A Practical Guide for Applied Research (Krueger)
This document discusses interview as a method for research. It defines interviews and describes three main types: structured, unstructured, and semi-structured. It outlines advantages like feedback and probing answers, and disadvantages like costs and lack of anonymity. Characteristics of interviewing covered include preparation, sampling techniques, structuring questions, and controlling the interview process. Qualities of a good interviewer and ensuring reliability and validity are also discussed. The document concludes with considerations for recording interviews like equipment and transcription, as well as record keeping.
An interview involves a face-to-face exchange of information between two people to gain a unique perspective not available from other sources. The stages of an interview are pre-interview preparation, the interview proper, and post-interview follow up. Effective interviews use open-ended questions and avoid leading or loaded questions. Interviewers should contact and prepare for the interviewee, take notes, listen attentively, and send a thank you note afterwards. An interview report should provide context, discuss key points, use quotations, and summarize the central messages from the interview.
This document discusses different types of interviews. It begins by defining an interview as a conversation where questions are asked and answers are given. It then describes formal interviews as highly structured with predetermined questions asked in a set order. Informal interviews are described as unstructured without predetermined questions or order. Semi-structured interviews use a flexible framework of topics rather than strict questions. The document provides details on each type of interview.
A focus group is a market research method that brings together 6-10 people in a room to provide feedback regarding a product, service, concept, or marketing campaign.
This document provides guidance on how to conduct in-depth interviews (IDIs). It explains that IDIs are qualitative research techniques that allow for open-ended, one-on-one discussions to gain insights into people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Effective interviewing requires building rapport, actively listening, adapting questioning based on the participant, using open-ended questions, and taking detailed but concise notes for later analysis and reporting. The document outlines best practices for each stage of the IDI process from preparation to note-taking.
This document provides an overview of different types of interviews that can be used in qualitative research methods. It discusses interviews from different philosophical positions, levels of flexibility, means of conducting them, ways of recording, and types of interviewees. Specifically, it outlines structured, unstructured, and semi-structured interviews and how they differ in terms of flexibility and question standardization. It also reviews open-ended and closed questions, issues like interviewer bias, and ways to record interviews like taking notes, using cameras or recorders. The goal is to understand the variety of interview approaches and how to appropriately apply them for different research purposes.
The document discusses interview methods for research. Interviews involve direct face-to-face interaction between the interviewer and interviewee. They allow for collection of in-depth data through open-ended questions and discussion. There are different types of interviews - structured interviews follow a rigid standardized format; semi-structured interviews have some flexibility in question order; single interviews involve one interviewer and interviewee; group interviews have multiple interviewees. Interviews have advantages like depth of information, insights from experts, and flexibility, but are also time consuming to analyze and can be affected by the interviewer.
This document provides guidance on conducting effective interviews for radio production. It discusses:
- The purpose of interviews is to provide the interviewee's perspective in their own words so listeners can evaluate what they say.
- Basic approaches include ensuring the interview is not confrontational and the interviewer does not answer questions, only asks them.
- Proper preparation is key and includes understanding the topic, audience, and interviewee as well as having background facts.
- Effective questioning techniques involve asking open questions about who, what, when, where, how, and why to learn facts and opinions while avoiding leading questions.
This document provides information on conducting focus group discussions and individual interviews for qualitative research. It discusses key aspects of focus groups such as building rapport, facilitating discussion, and advantages and limitations. It also defines individual interviews and describes different types (structured, semi-structured, unstructured) as well as example questions.
The document discusses various qualitative research methods used in interviews and observations. It describes structured, semi-structured, and unstructured interviews, providing examples of questions for each type. It also covers focus groups, problem-centered interviews, expert interviews, and methods of observation like participant and non-participant observation. The purpose of these qualitative research methods is to get an in-depth understanding of experiences, beliefs, and social phenomena.
1. communication skill
a oral communication
2. presentations
a preparation step
b research thoroughly
c document your source
d write your speech
e prepare slides
f rehearsal alone
g tweak the presentation
3. delivery of speech
a conducting discussion
b guidelines in effective GD
4 who to conduct a group discussion
a their goals
b your goals
5 type of interviews question
a prepare
b introduction
c probing
6 written communication
a the art of good writing
b outlines
c Cs of writing
7 paragraphing
8 tips for written communication
9 news paper writing
10 written for magazines
11 effective listening
12 effective reading
This document discusses various aspects of conducting qualitative interviews for research purposes. It defines key terms, describes different types of interviews including informal, general guide, and standardized interviews. It covers telephone interviews, training interviewers to reduce bias, preparing for interviews, and procedures for conducting and analyzing interviews. The goal of qualitative interviews is to understand participants' meanings and experiences on a deeper level through open-ended questioning and probes.
This document provides an overview of conducting interviews for research purposes. It discusses the steps involved, which include designing the study, conducting interviews, ensuring quality and ethical standards, and analyzing the data. Key aspects covered include developing interview questions, creating an engaging dialogue with participants, addressing confidentiality and consent, and using different analytic approaches such as having participants validate interpretations. The overall aim is to understand participants' perspectives in a rigorous yet empathetic manner.
Understanding user needs is essential for design thinking. Qualitative research methods like observation and interviews allow deep insights into user contexts, needs, and pain points. The document discusses how to conduct qualitative research through various methods. It recommends observing users in their natural environments to understand behaviors, then interviewing to gain attitudes and perspectives. Field notes and open-ended questions are important. The goal is to gain empathy and refine understanding of user needs through an iterative research process.
This document outlines the steps for creating a research protocol for conducting interviews. It discusses deciding on a research question and phenomenon, designing relevant interview questions, identifying interview participants, and determining the type of interview. The document provides details on creating an interview protocol, piloting questions, obtaining consent, and conducting the interview. It also discusses structured, semi-structured, and unstructured interviews and the process of testing and refining the interview questions.
This document provides guidance on active listening and effective user dialogue. It discusses the importance of these skills for user experience work. The document outlines techniques for active listening like being present, showing engagement, confirming understanding, and giving feedback. It also discusses how to have effective dialogue by establishing rapport, asking open-ended questions, probing for details, and adopting an "apprentice mindset" to learn from users. The workshop covers these skills through introductions, demonstrations, group activities, and videos.
This document provides an overview of empathy interviews and their role in the design thinking process. It discusses different types of interviews like focus groups and skilled interviews. Empathy interviews are described as the cornerstone of design thinking, as they allow designers to understand users' needs and perspectives. Various empathy tools are introduced, such as empathy maps and the "five whys" technique. The document also includes examples of empathy interview questions. Breakout activities are proposed to have students practice conducting empathy interviews on topics like online learning apps. The goal of interviews is to generate user insights that can help identify problems and opportunities to design better solutions.
This document discusses interview techniques and best practices. It covers types of interviews like structured, semi-structured, and unstructured. It also discusses training interviewers to avoid bias, preparing for an interview with topics like confidentiality and format, asking questions with the right sequence and type, analyzing interviews, and considering the strengths and weaknesses of interviews. The overall goal is to help researchers conduct effective qualitative interviews.
“Focus group interviews typically have five characteristics or features: (a) people, who (b) possess certain characteristics, (c) provide data (d) of a qualitative nature (e) in a focused discussion.”
-Focus Groups: A Practical Guide for Applied Research (Krueger)
This document discusses interview as a method for research. It defines interviews and describes three main types: structured, unstructured, and semi-structured. It outlines advantages like feedback and probing answers, and disadvantages like costs and lack of anonymity. Characteristics of interviewing covered include preparation, sampling techniques, structuring questions, and controlling the interview process. Qualities of a good interviewer and ensuring reliability and validity are also discussed. The document concludes with considerations for recording interviews like equipment and transcription, as well as record keeping.
An interview involves a face-to-face exchange of information between two people to gain a unique perspective not available from other sources. The stages of an interview are pre-interview preparation, the interview proper, and post-interview follow up. Effective interviews use open-ended questions and avoid leading or loaded questions. Interviewers should contact and prepare for the interviewee, take notes, listen attentively, and send a thank you note afterwards. An interview report should provide context, discuss key points, use quotations, and summarize the central messages from the interview.
This document discusses different types of interviews. It begins by defining an interview as a conversation where questions are asked and answers are given. It then describes formal interviews as highly structured with predetermined questions asked in a set order. Informal interviews are described as unstructured without predetermined questions or order. Semi-structured interviews use a flexible framework of topics rather than strict questions. The document provides details on each type of interview.
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This document provides an overview of the development of curriculum from ancient times to the 20th century. It discusses how curriculum has developed in relation to changes in society, advances in knowledge, and understandings of human development. Major models and approaches to curriculum design are summarized, including those proposed by Tyler, Taba, and Schwab. The document also outlines how committees in the US standardized curriculum in secondary schools and primary education in the late 19th century.
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Lesson Outcomes:
- students will be able to identify and name various types of ornamental plants commonly used in landscaping and decoration, classifying them based on their characteristics such as foliage, flowering, and growth habits. They will understand the ecological, aesthetic, and economic benefits of ornamental plants, including their roles in improving air quality, providing habitats for wildlife, and enhancing the visual appeal of environments. Additionally, students will demonstrate knowledge of the basic requirements for growing ornamental plants, ensuring they can effectively cultivate and maintain these plants in various settings.
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UDL has gained in popularity over the last decade both in the K-12 and the post-secondary sectors. The usefulness of UDL to create inclusive learning experiences for the full array of diverse learners has been well documented in the literature, and there is now increasing scholarship examining the process of integrating UDL strategically across organisations. One concern, however, remains under-reported and under-researched. Much of the scholarship on UDL ironically remains while and Eurocentric. Even if UDL, as a discourse, considers the decolonization of the curriculum, it is abundantly clear that the research and advocacy related to UDL originates almost exclusively from the Global North and from a Euro-Caucasian authorship. It is argued that it is high time for the way UDL has been monopolized by Global North scholars and practitioners to be challenged. Voices discussing and framing UDL, from the Global South and Indigenous communities, must be amplified and showcased in order to rectify this glaring imbalance and contradiction.
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2. 5 Designing the research
instrument
It is essential that the research
instrument to be employed in a
Focus Assessment Study is precisely
related to the research aims and
objectives. This in turn relates to the
output (report) of the project.
3. Designing the research instrument
Aim: to identify HIV risk behaviour and factors
affecting it amongst a particular group of drug
users
Research instrument: designed to discover
what risks are being taken and the circumstances
under which they occur
Final report: details of risk behaviours and why
they occur.
4. Qualitative research
instruments
• designed to facilitate the examination of
the interviewee's world from their point of
view
• give interviewee the opportunity to answer
a question or discuss a theme in depth,
and for the interviewer to ask follow-up
questions
6. Avoid:
Complex and technical language
Multiple questions
'What do you feel about the risks of sharing syringes now as
opposed to five years ago?‘
Leading questions
'Why is there so much prostitution around here?'
Should be: 'Is there any prostitution in this area?' or 'Tell me
about prostitution around here.'
8. Interview themes
The list of themes of topics to be covered in a
themed interview should be as short as possible
whilst incorporating all the issues required by the
aims and objectives of the study.
The aim of a themed interview is to elicit in-depth
responses on each theme, and interviewees
should not be interrupted because the list is too
long and the interviewer wants to move onto the
next theme.
9. Interview themes
Themes may not be addressed in the order in
which they are laid out in the research instrument.
A new theme is introduced in a simple way, such
as 'Let's talk about ..... now' or 'Can I ask you
about ..... now?'
Some themes may not need an introduction as
the interviewee may spontaneously discuss them.
12. Pilot the research
instrument to:
• identify any problems such as the wording of
questions, the length of the interview, and whether
the research instrument has been compiled in a
logical fashion
• test the interviewers' / focus group moderators’
ability to administer the research instrument and
indicate whether further training is required.
16. Essential skills for
interviewers
1 Trained to conduct interviews
• Role play
• Reading transcribed interviews
• Listening to / watching interview tapes
• Watching more experienced interviewers at
work
17. Essential skills for
interviewers
2 An understanding of the relevant
research and drug-related issues
• How interviews fit into the whole project
• Basic concepts related to drug use, drug
services, legal issues
18. Essential skills for
interviewers
3 Good communication and rapport
• Show a genuine interest in interviewees
and their responses
• Image management
• Knowledge of local slang
20. Essential skills for
interviewers
5 Ability to observe verbal and non-verbal
cues
What do you do when the interviewee is
bored?
tired?
angry?
upset?
embarrassed?
21. Essential skills for
interviewers
6 Ability to follow up responses with a
view to exploring emerging issues
whilst adhering to the research
instrument
• Balance between encouraging the interviewee
to talk and discouraging them from giving
information unrelated to the aims of the study.
22. Essential skills for
interviewers
6 Ability to follow up responses with a
view to exploring emerging issues
whilst adhering to the research
instrument
• Interrupt to move to next question / theme?
• Make connections / recognise contradictions.
• Use non-directive probes.
23. Examples of
non-directive probes
'Tell me more about...'
'Take me through exactly what happens when you...'
'Can you give me an example of…?'
'Did I understand you correctly when you said...?'
'Can you explain a bit more what you mean by...?'
'Why do you think that is the case?'
'Do you think everyone thinks that?'
24. Essential skills for
interviewers
7 Ability to adapt to the situation
What do you do if….
an interviewee is under the influence of drugs?
other people come within earshot of the interview?
25. Essential skills for
interviewers
1 Trained to conduct interviews
2 An understanding of the relevant research and drug-
related issues
3 Good communication and rapport
4 Non-judgmental attitude
5 Ability to observe verbal and non-verbal cues
6 Ability to follow up responses with a view to exploring
emerging issues whilst adhering to the research
instrument
7 Ability to adapt to the situation
26. Moderating focus groups
The crucial difference between a focus group
and an interview is that group interaction
reduces the data collector's control of the
process: the role of a moderator is not to lead
like an interviewer, but to guide.
27. Moderating focus groups
• Greet and thank participants
• Refreshments
Introduction
• Purpose
• Confidentiality
• Anonymity
• Agreement for tape recording /
purpose of note-taker
• Ground rules
28. Moderating focus groups
The focus group moderator's tasks are
to encourage divergent thought,
encourage participants to talk to each
other, and to make the experience
energetic and informal.
29. Moderating focus groups
To maximise contributions to the discussion,
every participant has to feel that their opinion
matters.
It is possible that there will be one or two
participants who try and dominate the
discussion and one or two who need
encouragement to contribute.
30. How to encourage
non-contributors
'If you have a different opinion from those you've
heard so far, I want to hear it, because you'll be
representing a sizeable proportion of people out
there who just did not happen to be in this focus
group.'
'Let's hear a different perspective on this from
someone else.'
'I haven't heard from you yet.'
31. If the discussion falters…
Ask participants to complete sentences such as
'The most dangerous thing about drug use is ...',
'The best way to prevent HIV transmission is ...', 'I
would advise a young person to ...'
Leave the room for a few minutes in order to
encourage participants to talk amongst themselves.
Ask participants what they are not saying.
32. At the end of the
focus group
• Summarise main points, ask if
participants agree.
• Ask participants how they experienced
the session and if they have any
questions.
• Thank participants and end the session.
• Be the last to leave the room.
33. Immediately after the focus group
Moderator and note-taker make notes / tape record:
• a description of their impressions of the interaction
between participants
• incidents that hindered or facilitated the discussion
• the general atmosphere of the group
• the extent to which they think the participants 'opened
up.‘
Review note-taker’s notes.
35. Recording responses from
interviews and focus groups
• The interviewer or focus group moderator
takes notes of responses and writes them
up more fully after the session?
• A note-taker attends the interview or focus
group?
• The interview or focus group is tape
recorded?
36. Interviewer or focus group moderator takes
notes of responses and writes them up more
fully after the session
• loss of eye contact
• non-verbal cues missed
• small cues missed
• informant is distracted
• signals about which responses are important and
which are not
• informant may try to dictate what is written down
• informant inhibited
• reliant on memory
37. Use of a note-taker
Avoids some of disadvantages of having
the interviewer or moderator taking
notes, but the note-taker will not be able
to write down every word.
38. Tape recording
• Use a note-taker to record non-verbal responses and
overall impressions of the session
• Explain tape recorder to interviewees / focus group
participants: stress confidentiality, access to the tape
limited, destroyed after transcription
• Use 2 tape recorders
• Spare batteries
• Good quality machine
• Site of machine
41. Transcribing tape
recordings of focus groups
• Include non-verbal cues noted by the note-taker
• Try and distinguish between voices
• Indicate speakers’ gender in mixed groups
• Add impressions from note-taker and moderator
42. Researchers’ fieldnotes
Useful additional data source
Can include:
comments on own feelings during
interviews / focus groups
potentially useful observations about, for
example, the settings in which data
collection took place.
43. Monitor data collection
Data collectors meet regularly with rest of
research team to discuss:
• experiences in the field
• problems with research instrument
• problems with access
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