| Description |
1 online resource |
| Series |
SAGE Research Methods. Cases |
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SAGE Research Methods. Cases
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| Summary |
In this methods case study, I reflect on a common challenge for qualitative researchers; the decision to tape or not to tape research interviews. Drawing on my own ethnographic study, I discuss my decision not to tape-record one-to-one and focus group interviews. The decision was taken because of the sensitivities associated with both my research topic and research setting, and my need therefore to develop a trusting rapport with my gatekeepers and participants. However, I explain that to be able to manually record interviews without the aid of a tape-recording, researchers require certain competencies and adopt certain note-taking practices. In addition, I also explore some of the limitations of not having a taped record, in particular the impact this has on the presentation of interview data and researcher self-development |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Description based on XML content |
| Subject |
Interviewing in ethnology -- Moral and ethical aspects.
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Sound recordings in ethnology -- Moral and ethical aspects.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
1526477343 |
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9781526477347 (ebook) |
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