Methodology of a Novel Virtual Phenomenology Interview Technique

Authors

  • Ronald M. Knorr Mercer University
  • Stephen C. Bronack Clemson University
  • Deborah M. Switzer Clemson University
  • Lienne F. Medford Clemson University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.4101/jvwr.v3i3.1400

Keywords:

Interview, Virtual Worlds, Phenomenology, Cultural-Historical Activity Theory.

Abstract

The use of virtual world technology as a social and communications medium is increasing dramatically. Virtual world-based interview environments are emerging as a tool that qualitative researchers may consider either to supplement or to replace traditional face-to-face interview settings. Guided by previous studies comparing computer-mediated communications to face-to-face interviews, this study explores the character and degree of interviewer influence on participants

Author Biographies

  • Ronald M. Knorr, Mercer University

  • Stephen C. Bronack, Clemson University

    Associate Professor

    Eugene T. Moore School of Education

    Clemson University

    Clemson, South Carolina

  • Deborah M. Switzer, Clemson University

    Professor

    Eugene T. Moore School of Education

    Clemson University

    Clemson, South Carolina

  • Lienne F. Medford, Clemson University

    Associate Dean of the Graduate School

    Associate Professor

    Eugene T. Moore School of Education

    Clemson University

    Clemson, South Carolina

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Published

2010-11-13

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 3 (2010): The Researcher's Toolbox - Part II

Section

Research Papers

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