AoIR List Members-- I have followed the thread on online focus groups. Thanks for the many useful references. As part of my dissertation research, I will be conducting distance interviews and focus groups. I had thought to give participants a choice of media for the interviews so that they could pick that which is most comfortable for them. Assuming that participants will choose different media, I wonder if you can provide me with any references on the validity of mixed media for interviews and focus groups. Are there solid precedents for mixing media? Best, Pam Pamela Estes Brewer Lecturer -- Coordinator, Professional Writing Department of English and Philosophy Murray State University PhD Candidate, Texas Tech University 270-809-4719 fax 270-809-4545 pam.brewer@ttu.edu Please note that in August 2007, I will begin a new position at Appalachian State University. My Texas Tech email (pam.brewer@ttu.edu) can be used to reach me at any time.