Unit THEORIES AND TECHNIQUES OF THE INTERVIEW

Course
Philosophy and psychological science and techniques
Study-unit Code
40A00022
Curriculum
In all curricula
Teacher
Veronica Raspa
Teachers
  • Veronica Raspa
Hours
  • 36 ore - Veronica Raspa
CFU
6
Course Regulation
Coorte 2021
Offered
2023/24
Learning activities
Caratterizzante
Area
Discipline scientifiche demoetnoantropologiche, pedagogiche, psicologiche e economiche
Academic discipline
M-PSI/07
Type of study-unit
Obbligatorio (Required)
Type of learning activities
Attività formativa monodisciplinare
Language of instruction
Italian
Contents
The course will focus on presenting the major theories related to interviewing, the different models (clinical psychological, selection, and research), the constituent elements, and the application areas. Furthermore, the methodology of qualitative research will be examined from both a theoretical and applied perspective.
Reference texts
Lis A., De Zordo M. R., Venuti, P., Il colloquio come strumento psicologico, Taylor & Francis, UK, 1995.

Del Corno F., Rizzi P., La ricerca qualitativa in psicologia clinica. Teoria, pratica, vincoli metodologici, Raffaello Cortina, Milano, 2010.
Educational objectives
The proposed course in the third year addresses the theme of interviewing and qualitative research. It aims to provide students with knowledge and understanding of:

- The relationship between theoretical models and operational practices of interviewing in various application areas, and to provide theoretical, conceptual, and technical tools related to different types of interviews (clinical, personnel selection, research).
- The developmental trajectory of qualitative research, including its tools and applicability.
Prerequisites
NO
Teaching methods
The course is structured as follows:

- Lectures covering all topics related to interviewing and qualitative research.
- Thematic discussions, construction of a qualitative research project, and simulation of interview conduct through in-class workshops.
- Participation in any seminars as required.
Other information
NO
Learning verification modality
The examination entails a final written test, comprising a quiz on the topics covered during the course and elaborated in the recommended texts. The test aims to assess the level of knowledge and understanding, as well as the ability to synthesize, achieved by the student. The duration of the exam varies depending on the progress of the test itself.
Extended program
The course will focus on introductory theoretical reflections on interviewing, its constituent aspects, and various types and fields of application. Additionally, it will present theories of qualitative research development, from historical evolution to methodological debate, covering premises, constituent elements, and various tools.
Obiettivi Agenda 2030 per lo sviluppo sostenibile
Knowledge and understanding: Demonstrating the ability to integrate theoretical aspects with their application areas and understanding the constituent elements of interviewing and qualitative research.

Judgment autonomy: Applying the appropriate type of interview according to different needs and contexts of application.

Communication skills: Clearly expressing the contents and meanings of the course using specific disciplinary language.

Learning ability: Being able to manage one's study path independently and critically, showing proficiency in using the material provided in class and delving into certain topics proposed.
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