Session with Adesola 07/03/17

This week was the monthly group sessions between all modules with Adesola. I attended the evening session that consisted of a mix of module one and three students. To begin the session we all introduced ourselves and stated a topic we would like to discuss. This gave us three main topics that we discussed within the session - Reflective practice/analysis, interviews and module three's professional artefact.

Refelective Practice

Lauren, a module one student, brought up the topic as she had begun reading on reflective practice within her work for the module. Module three students commented on how they had used reflective practice within their first module and how it had progressed through out the course. One of the key points that emerged was how important it is to reflect on your work as at times it might not seem important, however at the end of each module when you must create a body of work it is your anaylsis that forms the basis. Everything links together through reflection, a good example of this was when Adesola pointed out later on in discussions about interviews that when you take an interview you are asking the participants to reflect and analyse on their own personal experiences.

 Interviews

A couple of module three students brought up the point of interviews as they are at the point in their inquiries when they are carrying them out. I am also carrying out interviews this week and some interesting points came up that I had not yet considered. An example of this was the environment of the interview. Lois mentioned that she wanted to make sure that all her interviewees where in a comfortable environment without distractions so that they are able to answer questions freely. I have taken this into account when arranging the time of my meetings, leaving it largely up to my participants when the interviews are so that it is convenient for them and hopefully without distraction. Lawrence, another module three student, had already carried out one interview and said that when the interview started the interviewee they apologised as they were having a bad day. He said this was something he had not planned for. It is important to remember that you dealing with different people and many different factors can effect this. It was brought up that a semi-structured interview can help with this. That when taking an interview you should have your main points prepared that you definitely want to cover but then be prepared for the interview to take a different direction while maintaining it is helpful to your inquiry.

Professional Artefact

Within the session I chose to bring up a subject I had discussed with Lizzie earlier in the week. I asked the group how, as performers, they would like to be presented information regarding rehearsals and how to carry them out. Some similar points that Lizzie brought up emerged again, such as something visual where they can see explanations through imagery. Lawrence brought up a point that I hadn't yet thought of. He said that if he was to watch something about a rehearsal process that he would like the opportunity to interact with whoever made it. This has made me think that maybe I could incorporate an element into my artefact where other practitioners could comment on it if they so wish, this may allow the work to develop further after completion.

Overall the session was very helpful to discuss with my peers elements of the course. I am continuing to carry out my inquiry and look forward to the next session.