Interviewing in Cultural Studies: Ramadan Traditions in Egypt

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What is the main characteristic of structured interviews?

Random sampling
Flexible interview guide
Prepared questions asked in the same order (correct)
Narrative interviews

Which type of interview combines structured and unstructured techniques?

Narrative interviews
Life history interviews
Random sampling
Semi-structured interviews (correct)

What is essential for data analysis in interviews?

Random sampling
Prepared questions
Permission to record interviews (correct)
Non-descriptive data

What is crucial for interpretive research in interviews?

Experience and training of the researcher (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of interviewing method requires minimal training and results in more reliable data?

Structured interviews (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are common forms of qualitative data analysis?

Content analysis, rhetorical analysis, and critical/cultural perspective (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ensuring a research focus for the study in preparation for a focus group?

To ensure a clear objective for the discussion (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of focus groups?

Ability to reach sensitive population (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of focus groups?

Poorly trained moderators cannot lead to group failure (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what type of data analysis are content analysis, rhetorical analysis, and critical/cultural perspective commonly used?

Qualitative data analysis (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of structured interviews?

The interviewer does not insert personal opinions (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of interview method combines structured and unstructured techniques?

Semi-structured interviews (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common form of qualitative data analysis used in interviews?

Content analysis (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential requirement for interpretive research in interviews?

Credibility of the researcher (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which method of interviewing involves minimal training and results in more reliable data?

Structured interviews (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of preparing for a focus group?

To ensure a research focus for the study (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is crucial for the success of a focus group?

Moderator's training (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common form of qualitative data analysis used in interview transcripts?

Grounded-theory analysis (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of using focus groups for research?

Ability to reach sensitive population (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can significantly impact the success of a focus group?

Participants' interaction with the discussion (C) Signup and view all the answers