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May 1, 1995Contemporary Sociology A Journal of Reviews3,617 citations

Learning from Strangers: The Art and Method of Qualitative Interview Studies

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PAPatricia A. AdlerUniversity of DenverPAPeter AdlerUniversity of Southern CaliforniaRWRobert S. WeissBoston University

Key Points

  • The aim is to explore effective interviewing practices in qualitative research through experiential insights.
  • Utilizes Doctor Weiss's thirty years of experience in qualitative interviewing.
  • Incorporates examples and commentary on interviewing dynamics.
  • Serves as a handbook for novices and professionals alike.
  • Demonstrates how specific interactions can either inhibit or promote trust.
  • Highlights effective strategies for fostering alliances during interviews.

Abstract

Drawing on Weiss's thirty years' experience interviewing and teaching others, Learning from Strangers is the definitive work on qualitative research interviewing. The author of many successful books, Dr. Weiss provides examples and running commentary on how each interaction either inhibits or promotes trust and alliance. Used as a reference, handbook, or text, this book is appropriate for novices and professionals.

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Adler et al. (1995) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a09688a00217ed3fb33f406https://doi.org/10.2307/2076552
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