General Strain Theory and Classic Strain Theories Discussion

Reading 14 : What is the difference between Agnew’s general strain theory and classic strain theories?

What are the differences between strain theory and social control and differential association/social learning theories?

What are the three types of strain discussed by Agnew and how do they explain why people commit delinquent/criminal acts?

UMass Education Readjustment of Returning Veterans With PTSD Interview Schedule

CREATING YOUR INTERVIEW SCHEDULE

While every interview requires a somewhat different structure, certain principles and techniques are applicable to all. Each interview schedule should have the following three major parts: (1) the opening; (2) the body; and (3) the closing.

The opening is where you will obtain oral consent and establish rapport with the respondent/interviewee. In addition, the opening should clearly indicate the objectives of the interview and what topic areas will be addressed. Finally, the opening should indicate the expected length of the interview.

The body of the interview schedule always lists the topics to be covered and potential questions. The number of questions and the exact wording of the questions depends on the type of interview schedule used. Beginning interviewers often rely on a moderately scheduled interview that contains major questions and possible probing questions under each. This schedule still allows some freedom to probe into answers and adapt to the situation. In addition, this type of schedule aids in recording answers and is easier to conduct.

The closing should maintain the tone set throughout the interview and should be brief but not abrupt. Interviewers should summarize the main issues discussed during the interview, discuss the next course of action to be taken, and thank the respondent for his or her time.

Example script:

My name is ________. I am a student at UMass Boston who is conducting research about ________ for my class. I am interested in your experiences as a ______. The purpose of the research is to ______. Your participation will involve one informal interview that will last about thirty minutes. This research has no known risks. This research will benefit the academic community because it helps us to understand ______. Please know that I will do everything I can to protect your privacy. Your identity or personal information will not be disclosed in any publication that may result from the study. Notes that are taken during the interview will be stored in a secure location. Would it be all right if I taped/recorded/took a live transcript of our interview? Saying no will not affect the interview. You can also choose to not answer any question or end the interview at any time.

Example: Interview Schedule

1. I) Introduction
2. a) Introduce yourself (name, affiliation, etc.)
3. b) Complete consent forms or obtain verbal consent to interview and tape record interview (guarantee confidentiality)
4. c) Introduce study and explain the purpose of interview.II) Interview Questions
   A) Demographics
   B) Experiences

III) Final debriefing

Books for reference
1) Emerson, Robert. 2001. Contemporary Field Research: Perspectives and Formulations. Waveland Press.
2) Luker, Kristin. 2008. Salsa Dancing into the Social Sciences: Research in an Age of Info-Glut. Harvard University Press.

3) Weiss, Robert. 1994. Learning from Strangers: The Art and Method of Qualitative Interview Studies. The Free Press.

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