Labinjo, T. orcid.org/0000-0003-0208-0297, Ashmore, R., Serrant, L. et al. (1 more author) (2021) The use of zoom videoconferencing for qualitative data generation: a reflective account of a research study. Open Access Journal of Biogeneric Science and Research, 10 (2). ISSN 2692-1081
Abstract
Historically, the face-to-face interview has been the method of choice for undertaking interviews in qualitative research. However, the introduction of communication technologies (for example, Zoom) has resulted in qualitative researchers re-thinking how they generate data.
This article presents the experience of a Ph.D. researcher who used Zoom videoconferencing to interview participants, including its benefits and limitations, and suggestions for future research. The article demonstrates that although video conferencing tools like Zoom are not meant to replace traditional face-to-face interviews, they are a helpful addition to the researcher's choice of methods. Although there are some technical limitations to using this tool, this can be overcome by familiarization and training. This is particularly useful due to the COVID-19 pandemic where face-to-face interaction is not allowed, disrupting their research. However, future research is needed to determine Zoom's suitability and security, especially in health and social care research.
Metadata
Item Type: | Article |
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Copyright, Publisher and Additional Information: | © 2021 All rights are reserved by Temitope Labinjo, Russell Ashmore, Laura Serrant and James Turner. |
Keywords: | Interviews; Qualitative research; Zoom Video conferencing; Data generation; Online communication |
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Institution: | The University of Sheffield |
Academic Units: | The University of Sheffield > Faculty of Social Sciences (Sheffield) > Information School (Sheffield) |
Depositing User: | Symplectic Sheffield |
Date Deposited: | 09 Jun 2022 16:20 |
Last Modified: | 25 Jun 2024 11:36 |
Status: | Published |
Publisher: | Open Access Journal of Biogeneric Science and Research |
Refereed: | Yes |
Identification Number: | 10.46718/jbgsr.2021.10.000238 |
Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:187622 |