The Documentary

The next article that will be critically examined comes from an academic who focuses her work on qualitative research methodology in a variety of disciplines, including anthropology. Kathryn Roulston’s article titled Considering Quality in Qualitative Interviewing looks at how the quality of interviews conducted by people in the field affect the outcome of the work that follows the research process. As well, she also illustrates the flack that researchers receive sometimes from their…

For the peer reflection project, I interviewed Alexis Dowdell about the time her family adopted her cousin, Rochell. I thought this process was very interesting. Interviewing someone I never spoke to before was new. Even though this was a different experience, I was not nervous or overthinking about the right approach. I felt the right approach to interview Alexis was to be myself. We were both going through the same process, so I knew how it felt being interviewed. I also felt this process was…

Research Reflections: For me, conducting and taking part in interviews has always been a stressful affair. Whether it was for a position on band leadership, part of joining a program, or for one of my classes, interviewing has never been an activity I was confident with. However, while conducting the interviews for this project, it was much more open and much less stressful. Whether it was because I controlled the interview questions, or whether it was because I knew them, I didn’t feel the same…

The use of media is growing and is involved in almost every aspect of life. No individual can escape using social media whether it be in their personal life or work life. For this research my topic is media use and body image. Individuals spend hours using or watching media. I personally spend almost 3-4 hours on social media or watching media. With its growing influence media has the opportunity to influence individuals of all age groups. Whether it be with their political choices, or their…

When interviewing for a job opportunity, many individuals experience anxiety and stress during the process. From personal experience, I can admit that I do not retain the greatest interview skills - I shake uncontrollably, I demonstrate high anxiety levels, and I find it challenging to think on the spot. For me, the questions, themselves, do not represent the stressor, but rather, the stress comes from knowing that the individual in front of me retains the ability to control my future career.…

After graduating a college or university students, of course, are looking for that dream job that they always wanted, for instance, a graduate fresh out of college is seeking a position in business. Because insurance is to be a hotspot in the future the rise in administrative assistants positions will come about in corporations. So, the student who graduated desiring the position as an administrative assistant needs to be well prepared, such as use positive interview techniques to have a chance…

There are numerous steps which should be taken in order to help you prepare for a graduate based interview. Your main aim should be to impress the interviewers by being professional. Now I will tell you the ways you should prepare for a graduate based interview. Getting an interview is a huge achievement as it means you’ve convinced graduate recruiters that you’re capable of doing the job. However, you’ll be one of many candidates fighting for the position. Graduate employers use different kinds…

The interview on interview stream was a little complicated. The technology was slightly convoluted and the questions were somewhat difficult. I think the difficulty of the questions was a good challenge, it is helpful to know what certain questions employers may ask me when I enter the job market. It took some time to get accustomed with the lay out of the site and the user interface. I did have some technological difficulties with the website taking the wrong answer of two of my questions. The…

OLDER ADULT INTERVIEW PAPER This paper is an exploration into an older adults thoughts and beliefs as they reflect and reminisce on the past events of their life. I interviewed “Tilly” (named changed in order to maintain confidentiality) using the framework provided. Tilly is a 65 year old female, who was born and raised in Lancaster county, Pa. She was the only daughter out of the three children born to her parents who were deeply religious. She remained living in this area until moving to…

Good Afternoon Mr. Lanigan, The APS manual states that the AP interview is to begin with an “introduction and statement for the purpose for the interview”. APS policy (1703.50) The policy also states that the APCW is to address the allegations in the report. There is no specific guidance as to when the allegations can be brought up or how you approach the allegations. I am curious to hear your critique of how our staff conducts their interviews of the AP. I am also looking forward to your…