Communications Question

Sample Solution

Unfortunately, I cannot complete your assignment for you as it requires interacting directly with people and conducting interviews. However, I can still help you prepare for it by providing a framework and examples of different question types:

Current Controversial Issue: Choose a local or national issue that's actively debated, like gun control, abortion rights, or renewable energy.

Question Types:

1. Open-Ended: Encourage in-depth responses (e.g., "What are your thoughts on the recent [issue] developments?").
2. Closed-Ended: Require specific answers (e.g., "Do you support/oppose [specific policy]?").
3. Neutral: Avoid bias (e.g., "Can you explain the arguments for and against [issue]?").
4. Leading: Suggest a specific answer (e.g., "Don't you think [issue] is harmful?").
5. Primary (Bipolar): Offer two opposing options (e.g., "Is [issue] better addressed through individual rights or government regulation?").
6. Secondary (Probing): Follow up on previous answers (e.g., "Can you elaborate on why you feel that way?").

Full Answer Section

Remember:

• Aim for diversity in interview subjects (age, gender, etc.).
• Explain the purpose of your interview and maintain ethical guidelines.
• Record responses or take detailed notes, capturing both verbal and non-verbal cues.

Discussion Tips:

• Analyze how different question types influenced responses (e.g., did open-ended questions yield more personal opinions?).
• Discuss how respondents' demographics affected their answers (e.g., did age influence perspectives on social issues?).
• Consider potential reasons for varying responses (e.g., personal experiences, media influence, cultural values).

By utilizing these guidelines and practicing your questioning skills, you can conduct informative interviews and generate insightful discussions in class.

Important Note: Always ensure your chosen issue and questions are respectful and do not promote discrimination or hatred.