The methods of data collections

Data collection procedures are an important aspect of research since they determine the rigor of an investigation. Notably, in the social sciences, the need to explain human behavior and the formation of belief systems pushes researchers to employ procedures like as interviews in order to gain a thorough report. An interview is a verbal engagement in which a person is asked multiple questions and then responds. Yet, the interviewee is already aware of the backdrop of the concerns in order to prepare. In this approach, this study will reflect on and analyze interviewing lessons learned.

First and foremost, before embarking on any interview, it is critical to prepare. The preparation of an interview will include ensuring the interviewee is ready and comfortable for the interview. In this case, it is essential to determine the precise time the mother is comfortable to do the interview as one of the things to do differently. Needless to say, interviews aims to learn human behavior and the setting of the belief system. However, the actual behavior of an individual is inconsistent when a person is uncomfortable or rushing. As such, the exact behavior of an individual will not reflect when the mother is rushing and uncomfortable. Selecting a comfortable location is the second thing to do differently. For instance, if the mother could not find a convenient time, as an interviewer it is essential to fit into her schedule (Saldaña, 2011). For example, the interviewer could identify a location near the mother’s workstation to carry out the interview. Further, the interviewer shall determine the mother’s free time to undertake the interviews.

New and Surprising Lessons learned

The fresh and surprising thing that I learned is that the juvenile felt that he had a complete understanding of the law. More so, the juvenile based his crimes on the punishment sentence. As such, it is clear that the youth will simply recidivate as they are not remorseful of their mistakes. Instead, the juvenile finds the wrongs done to them and utilize the law to support themselves. Additionally, it is evident that youth’s concern is keen to ensure that their conduct falls within the confines of the law rather than being driven by the need to be moral. As such, the juvenile will engage in delinquent behaviors when they are sure they will not be arrested.

Reflection about the Value of Interviewing

The data collection mechanism is imperative in every research. Nonetheless, three significant aspects influence the choice of data collection methodology. These factors incorporate the cost of the technique of data collection, the rigor of the gathered information, and the productivity of data assemblage. Irrespective of the increased embracement of technology in data collection such as mobile surveys, interviewing has lingered as a key method because of the following values. Firstly, interviewing enables proper screening. For example, the interviewee typically will not lie regarding the scrutiny questions, particularly on their race, gender and age (De Fina & Perrino, 2011). Moreover, interviews facilitate the capturing of both verbal and non-verbal cues. The two kinds of responses are significant as interviews targets to learn human conduct. Importantly, the interviewer gets to point out discomforting areas and consequently determine the course of the subsequent questions. Also, interviews are significant because the interviewer is in control and thus keeps the interviewee in focused to the completion of the questions. Lastly, interviews facilitate the capturing of emotions and behaviors.

References

De Fina, A., & Perrino, S. (2011). Introduction: Interviews vs. ‘natural’ contexts: A false dilemma. Language In Society, 40(1), 1. doi:10.1017/S0047404510000849

Saldaña, J. (2011). Fundamentals of Qualitative Research. New York: Oxford University Press.