Mo is conducting a narrative research study on the experiences of certified teachers who must be re-certified or alternatively certified in order to continue to teach in their current positions. The purpose of her study is to describe these teachers' experiences. She has decided to focus on Jenn, a certified elementary teacher and licensed school psychologist who must complete work to be certified to teach in one of the districts new pre-kindergarten classes.
-Given Mo's study, her interactions with Jenn and the stories she collects to be used as data are referred to as which of the following?
A) Interpretive narrative
B) Narrative analysis
C) Analysis of narrative
D) Narrative critique

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Mo's study involves collecting stories from Jenn and analyzing them to describe her experiences. This is known as narrative analysis, as Mo is analyzing the narratives she collects from Jenn. Option A is incorrect as interpretive narrative refers to a type of qualitative research where researchers interpret the meaning of stories or experiences shared by participants. Option C is incorrect as it does not accurately describe Mo's study. Option D is incorrect as narrative critique refers to the analysis or evaluation of the structure, themes, and meanings of a narrative text, which is not the focus of Mo's study.

Mo Is Conducting a Narrative Research Study on the Experiences