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Expert as Interviewer – Methodological Challenges in Use of Qualitative Interviews in Maritime Research
1 Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, Haugesund, Rogaland, Norway
ABSTRACT: Interviews are a widely used method in maritime research using qualitative methodologies. Expert interviews are conducted with people who have special knowledge because of their professional position. The status of the interviewer when using expert interviews brings forth certain distinct nuances due to the specific nature of the interview methodology and epistemological considerations. A renowned and senior maritime specialist or a veteran maritime professional researching the nuances of their own field encounter methodological challenges while interviewing other experts during data collection. The paper aims to examine the impact on qualitative data collected in interviews when the interviewers themselves are experts in the field of research. The concepts from the social science research from various disciplines have been examined and discussed highlighting the methodological challenges.
KEYWORDS: Expert Interview, Qualitative interview, Research interview, Maritime Research, Research methods, Interview challenges, Qualitative Methods, Methods Challenges
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Citation note:
Sharma D.R.: Expert as Interviewer – Methodological Challenges in Use of Qualitative Interviews in Maritime Research. TransNav, the International Journal on Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transportation, Vol. 17, No. 3, doi:10.12716/1001.17.03.15, pp. 637-642, 2023
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