Sunday, 8 June 2008

How to 'hang out' and learn more from farmers

How to 'hang out' and learn more from farmers

Posted: 07 Jun 2008 08:05 AM CDT

  • There is knowledge associated with each concept.
  • Do not ask leading questions; questions that suggest the answers.
  • Do not preach. Preaching is the number one cause of silence.
  • Share some information with local people, especially if they ask a direct question, of it is natural to slip in a comment.
  • Use interviews, group interviews preferred.
  • Listen to people without interrupting, just listen.
  • Do not make fun of people.
  • Hang out.
  • Have rapport and patience.
  • Use short questionnaires.

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