Comm 307: Interviewing
Assignment #1: Interview Guide

Purpose:

  1. Indicate the purpose for the interview and the expected result from the interview.
  2. Describe the interviewee and the reasons for selecting this particular inteviewee.
  3. Describe the structure of the interview, including the opening, body, closing.
  4. Outline the topics and subtopics to be covered in the interview and list the specific questions you will ask.


Use the following headings for your assignment and respond to the questions
and subtopics that are listed below:
 
1. Indicate the purpose for the interview and the expected result from the interview.
 ____/5
2. Describe the interviewee and the reasons for selecting this particular inteviewee. ____/5
3. Opening 
  • Describe how you will build rapport and develop an open communication climate.
  • Describe opening techniques
  • How will you use non-verbal communication?
____/5
4. Body 
  • Consider the kind of sequence you will follow and the interview schedule.
  • Interview guide - outline the topics and subtopics to be covered during the interview.
  • Describe the kinds of questions you will use and list the specific questions.
____/15
5. Closing 
  • Describe the function and provide guidelines of your closing.
  • Describe the closing technique you will follow.
____/5
6. Use appropriate formatting (including subheads) and use correct grammar and spelling throughout. ____/10
7. Does the assignment show that you have put extra effort and initiative into your work? ____/5
TOTAL
____/50

Comments:
 
 
 

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