How do interpretivist scholars craft compelling research questions? What makes ordinary language interviews challenging yet invaluable? And what unique insights can participant observation bring to political research? This exciting new series, hosted by the APSA Interpretive Methods and Methodologies group, brings together leading interpretivist scholars to share their experiences, theoretical insights, and, most importantly, their methodological approaches in political science research.
The next talk in the series, featuring Fred Schaffer (UMass Amherst), will dive into interpretive interviewing—covering his pioneering work on ordinary language interviewing as well as broader uses of interviewing by interpretivists. 📚 Whether you’re new to interpretive methodologies or an experienced researcher, this series offers a valuable space to learn from successful applications of these methods.
🗓 Date: February 21, 2025
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (Eastern Time)
📍 Location: Zoom (Open to the public, registration required)
Register here to reserve your spot and join a community of scholars dedicated to advancing interpretive research in political science.
Event Format
These events will be held online and are open to the public. Each session will feature presentations by scholars followed by discussions about their methodological approaches and the lessons they’ve learned. Registration is required.
Learn More and Register
To read more about the Interpretivists do Interpretive Methods Series, and to register for upcoming events, click here.