Refining the Interview Guide: Nope! One Iteration is Not Enough
Location
DeSantis Room 2060
Format Type
Plenary
Format Type
Paper
Start Date
16-1-2020 2:45 PM
End Date
16-1-2020 3:05 PM
Abstract
This presentation will describe the multi-tiered protocol refinement process related to an investigation of interracial dating experiences of Black or African American women. The use of feedback was an iterative process and the sources of information varied. Our method included original protocol development, team member feedback, and team member self-interviews. External sources for protocol refinement included volunteer feedback sessions with target population members after exposure to the protocol and team member debriefings. The use of volunteer verbal and non-verbal feedback led to continued protocol refinement. Feedback from volunteers was especially critical in developing new protocol questions and adding nuance to the protocol questions for better clarity. The process helped focus research team discussions on intentionality in research design while facilitating educational opportunities for team members on the project.
Keywords
Interview guide, protocol, refinement
Refining the Interview Guide: Nope! One Iteration is Not Enough
DeSantis Room 2060
This presentation will describe the multi-tiered protocol refinement process related to an investigation of interracial dating experiences of Black or African American women. The use of feedback was an iterative process and the sources of information varied. Our method included original protocol development, team member feedback, and team member self-interviews. External sources for protocol refinement included volunteer feedback sessions with target population members after exposure to the protocol and team member debriefings. The use of volunteer verbal and non-verbal feedback led to continued protocol refinement. Feedback from volunteers was especially critical in developing new protocol questions and adding nuance to the protocol questions for better clarity. The process helped focus research team discussions on intentionality in research design while facilitating educational opportunities for team members on the project.