How to research using telephone interviews
Speaker(s):
Bio: Dr Linzi Ladlow is a Research Fellow in Family Research at the University of Lincoln, working on the UKRI 'Following Young Fathers Further' (FYFF) project (Tarrant, 2020-27). Her research interests include families, youth studies, housing, disadvantage, and research methods, specifically qualitative longitudinal research, and creative and participatory methods. Linzi is experienced in conducting qualitative longitudinal (QL) research involving co-creation and participatory methods. She regularly conducts qualitative interviews at a distance, using telephone and video calls (Tarrant et al 2021). Linzi has conducted research using photovoice with children and works closely with project partners using methods of co-creation. She also has extensive teaching experience in research methods.
Abstract:
Telephone interviews are a valuable method for generating qualitative data and conducting fieldwork at a distance. Many social researchers were prompted to shift to researching remotely due to COVID-19 social distancing rules. Telephone interviews offer a remote route to fieldwork but their value for researchers extends beyond the pandemic.
This interactive workshop provides practical guidance on conducting qualitative telephone interviews. The workshop will highlight the advantages of using telephone interviews and offer advice on how to overcome the challenges. We will guide you through processes of recruitment and ethics, as well as offering practical support on what to do before, during and after telephone interviews. You will have the opportunity to discuss your own research and develop your ideas with hands-on activities.