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Published on: July 27, 2018
Five tips for conducting remote qualitative data collection in COVID times: theoretical and pragmatic considerations
Rhyquelle Rhibna Neris1, Elizabeth Papathanassoglou2,3, Ana Carolina Andrade Biaggi Leite1,4
1Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto, Universidade de São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil.
Objective:
To provide five methodological and pragmatic tips for conducting remote qualitative data collection during the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Method:
The tips presented in this article are drawn from insights of our own experiences as researchers conducting remote qualitative research and from the evidence from the literature on qualitative methods. The relevant literature was identified through searches using relevant keywords in the following databases: CINAHL, PubMed, SCOPUS, and Web of Science. Searches were limited to articles in English and Portuguese, published from 2010 to 2021, to ensure a current understanding of the phenomenon.
Results:
Five tips are provided: 1) Pay attention to ethical issues; 2) Identify and select potential participants; 3) Choose the type of remote interview; 4) Be prepared to conduct the remote interview; and 5) Build rapport with the participant.
Conclusion:
Despite the challenges in conducting remote data collection, strengths are also acknowledged and our experience has shown that it is feasible to recruit and interview participants remotely. The discussions presented in this article will benefit, now and in the future, other research teams who may consider collecting data for their qualitative studies remotely.
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