Thou doth protest too much!
In my discussion within my networks before the interview, whilst arranging the meeting or updating the participants, fellow practitioners would roll their eyes and make comic remarks about the idea of being involved in an interview. All in jest of course, there seems to be a primordial reaction to agreeing to be a participant within my inquiry. After laughing it off, they all give generously in the interview. But I'm finding however, not only is the interview useful to me but these practitioners actually really enjoy talking about their practice, surprised, they loved the experience of reflecting and analysing what they know and do. They often get passionate about what they are saying, enjoy the way my questions made them think and made self realisations about their practice. This gives me confidence that I'm on the right track.
All the best with everyone else's interviews. It seems getting them there is the hardest challenge. Once you have the participant in front of you, it's all a rather pleasant experience.
Thanks for sharing this - I've done 3 of my interviews so far, and have also found people to be a bit hesitant at first, but once they are at ease it's been great. I've found that I've learnt so much even from participants who I knew well before...I've delved deeper into their thought processes and the thinking behind their career choices.
ReplyDeleteI'm just re-joining the course after a break, so I'm just getting to know my fellow module 3ers! I am basing my inquiry on actors who also do other things, such as write or direct, so perhaps our topics are not too disimilar? It's be great to share ideas- please 'follow' me and hopefully we can help each other out.
I wondered how you are thinking of presenting your interview findings in your artefact? The actors I have spoken to are a little reluctant to be identified so I am thinking of ways I can present my findings in a meaningful and useful way, whilst granting them anonymity. It's obviously important to keep in mind the research ethics that we explored in the last module, but I feel it does limit my options...
Hi Stephanie.
DeleteI am speaking to actors that teachers and luckily they are more passionate about passing on their ideas and knowledge. Knowing the acting industry, I'm not surprised people are reluctant at first as people usually play their cards to their chest.
I hoping that my interview will expose something that the artefact can fix.So that the very idea of it is born from the inquiry.
I'll check out you blog now!
Haha! Im glad I'm not the only one! I have witnessed eyes rolling all over the shop! I expect some people it as a hassle? You hit the nail on the head though! Its not the same as being approached in the street or opening the door to a salesman! They are talking about something they know and love!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kelly,
DeleteHow are you getting on with getting people to talk to you?
I am finding it quite difficult actually! I think this is due to the fact that my inquiry involves me talking to people from different positions and establishments. I have spoken to the people I know but I have written to others explaining what my intentions are and hoping I get some replies! When I planned my inquiry, I had specific people in mind but I haven't heard back from some of them. So I have now taken to writing to lots of people in the hope that I hear back from a few! Much like the process if auditioning!! Ahhh!
ReplyDeleteMove It allowed me to meet a lot of relevant people and also get contacts for future meetings. I think explaining your situation and is far easier in person rather than via email or phone.
How is your inquiry going?
The auditioning process. No that's something I don't care to revisit. Good luck with it.
ReplyDeleteIt's going okay, just trying to section off everything. it's overwhelming sometimes.
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