Interactionist Research Methods

Interactionist research methods focus on understanding how individuals interpret and give meaning to their social experiences through active engagement. These methods often involve observing and analyzing everyday interactions, such as conversations or social behaviors, to explore how people create shared meanings and understandings. By studying these micro-level interactions, researchers gain insights into how social reality is constructed and maintained through daily communication and relationships. Techniques might include interviews, participant observation, or video analysis, emphasizing the importance of context and personal perspective in shaping social phenomena.