Oral History Interview Techniques

The video tutorial explains the concept of oral history, its significance, and how it can benefit individuals. It provides a detailed guide on conducting pre-interviews, preparing for interviews, and the actual interview process, including the importance of release forms. The tutorial also covers the transcription process, emphasizing its role in making interview content accessible. Tools like Otter AI are recommended for transcription.

What is the primary purpose of oral history?

• To entertain audiences with stories

• To gather and preserve personal experiences and historical information

• To create fictional narratives

• To replace written history

What is a crucial step before conducting an interview?

• Choosing a public location for the interview

• Writing a script for the interviewee

• Conducting a pre-interview to gather background information

• Deciding on the interviewee's attire

Why is it important to ask open-ended questions during an interview?

• To limit the interviewee's responses

• To encourage detailed and varied answers

• To make the interviewee uncomfortable

• To ensure the interview is short

What is a benefit of having background information about the interviewee?

• It makes the interviewee nervous

• It shortens the interview time

• It helps the interviewer control the conversation

• It allows for more personal and detailed responses

What should you do before starting the actual interview recording?

• Wait 10 seconds to capture background noise

• Start speaking immediately

• Ask the interviewee to sing

• Turn off all recording devices

What is the purpose of the release form in an interview?

• To provide a script for the interview

• To schedule the next interview

• To obtain consent for using the recording publicly

• To ensure the interviewee is paid

What is the first step in the interview process?

• Ending the interview

• Signing the release form

• Asking questions

• Introducing the setting and participants

What should be included in the introduction of an interview?

• The interviewer's personal history

• A summary of the interviewee's life

• The interviewee's favorite color

• The names, date, location, and topic of the interview

Why is transcribing an interview important?

• To make the interview more entertaining

• To create a backup of the audio file

• To allow quick access to specific parts of the interview

• To replace the need for audio recordings

Which tool is recommended for transcribing interviews?

• Adobe Photoshop

• Google Sheets

• Otter.ai

• Microsoft Word