Qualitative research fieldwork: challenges and techniques
Mohammad Khalaf, Maastricht University
This webinar aims to discuss the challenges encountered by researchers while conducting qualitative research fieldwork (interviews and focus group discussions) both in online and in-person settings. The discussion will cover the challenges starting from the recruitment of respondents phase until the final stages of fieldwork. The speaker will furthermore suggest some techniques on how to address these challenges and invite participants to share their ideas and experiences.
All UNU and UM students and staff are welcome.
Date: Friday 20 October 2023
Duration: 60 - 90 minutes (13:30 - 15:00 CEST)
Join via Zoom:
https://unu-merit-eu.zoom.us/j/82934035550
Meeting ID: 829 3403 5550
About the speaker
Mohammad Khalaf is a sworn translator and interpreter (Arabic - English - Arabic) experienced in teaching languages. He currently teaches Arabic at Maastricht University and was previously a researcher in the Migration and Development Research Group at UNU-MERIT. He holds an MA in Media Studies from Maastricht University FASOS, and previously worked for the United Nations Relief and Work Agency (UNRWA) in Syria for over a decade.
Venue: Online (Zoom)
Date: 20 October 2023
Time: 13:30 - 15:00 CET
