E-mail interviewing in qualitative research: A methodological discussion

✍ Scribed by Lokman I. Meho

• Publisher: John Wiley and Sons
• Year: 2006
• Tongue: English
• Weight: 128 KB
• Volume: 57
• Category: Article
• ISSN: 1532-2882
• DOI: 10.1002/asi.20416

✦ Synopsis

This article summarizes findings from studies that employed electronic mail (e-mail) for conducting indepth interviewing. It discusses the benefits of, and the challenges associated with, using e-mail interviewing in qualitative research. The article concludes that while a mixed mode interviewing strategy should be considered when possible, e-mail interviewing can be in many cases a viable alternative to face-to-face and telephone interviewing. A list of recommendations for carrying out effective e-mail interviews is presented.