ethnographic interviews

Ethnographic interviews are in-depth conversations researchers use to understand how people live, work, and make sense of their experiences within their natural environment. Unlike formal questionnaires, these interviews are open-ended, allowing individuals to share their perspectives, routines, and cultural practices in their own words. The goal is to gain rich, detailed insights into everyday life and social contexts, helping researchers understand behaviors, beliefs, and relationships from the participant’s point of view. This method is often used in anthropology, sociology, and related fields to explore complex social phenomena authentically.