Interviews

What is a key strength of structured interviews?

• Easy to repeat due to the standardized format

• More flexible as the interviewer can follow up points

• Higher in validity like a real conversation

• Requires a trained interviewer

What is a limitation of structured interviews?

• More flexible as the interviewer can follow up points

• Risk of interviewer bias

• Higher in validity like a real conversation

• Requires a trained interviewer

Which type of interview is described as being more like a real conversation?

• Structured interviews

• Unstructured interviews

• Semi-structured interviews

• None of the above

What is a limitation of unstructured interviews?

• Easy to repeat due to the standardized format

• Data is not as straightforward

• Easy to analyze because the questions are predictable

• Not possible to deviate from the topic

What is a characteristic of semi-structured interviews?

• No set questions, free-flowing conversation

• Pre-determined questions in a fixed order

• A list of questions prepared in advance with follow-up allowed

• No interviewer bias

What is one strength of conducting interviews?

• They are always unbiased.

• More detail can be gathered through follow-up questions.

• They are easy to summarize.

• They require no training.

What is a limitation of interviews?

• They are always conducted in groups.

• They require no preparation.

• They can be difficult to summarize.

• They are always conducted in public.

Why should an interview schedule be standardised?

• To increase the number of questions.

• To reduce the chance of interviewer bias.

• To make the interview longer.

• To ensure all questions are difficult.

What is a good practice to begin an interview?

• Start with complex questions.

• Begin with neutral questions to establish rapport.

• Avoid any personal questions.

• Conduct the interview in a noisy environment.

Why is it important to remind interviewees about confidentiality?

• To make the interview longer.

• To avoid ethical issues.

• To ensure they answer quickly.

• To make them uncomfortable.