PSYCH 369 Dynamics of Interviewing
This course includes didactic and experiential components, providing both theoretical knowledge and applied practical experience in the skill of conducting a variety of interviews. Feedback discussion between interview participants and observers will enhance both effective communication and students’ observations, improving interview skills and performance. Different types of interviews including personnel, appraisal, structured, open-ended, group, counseling, and exit interviews will be demonstrated and/ or simulated. The dynamics of the interview as interpersonal communication and as personal interaction will be explored, using tapes, cassettes and films, as well as live interview situations. Field visits may be required.