D.J. is working on a research team that is gathering information on how freshmen students view their first year of college. D.J.'s team wants to use a flexible conversational style that allows for follow-up questions to gather as much information as possible. Which technique is best suited for this type of study?

A) structured observations
B) structured interviews
C) open-ended interviews
D) naturalistic observations

Open-ended Interviews

A qualitative research technique involving unstructured conversations that allow for an exploration of the interviewee's thoughts and feelings without predefined answers.

Conversational Style

The characteristic way in which an individual communicates verbally in social interactions, often reflecting personal and cultural identity.

Follow-up Questions

Questions asked after the initial query or investigation to gain more information or clarify previous responses.