Closed question
A type of question that restricts responses to a fixed set of answers, such as “yes” or “no”
Structured interview
A data collection method where the interviewer ho,de a set list of predetermined questions in a fixed order
Social desirability bias
A response bias where participants answer questions in a way they believe is socially acceptable rather than truth
Ranked scale
A scale that tasks participants to rate their level of agreement with a statement, often using options such as “strongly agree” to “strongly disagree”
Open question
A type of question that allows participants to respond in their own words with no fixed answer options
Likert scale
A scale that requires participants to place items or options in order of preference or importance
Semi-structured interview
An interview method that combines both predetermined questions and the flexibility to ask follow up questions
Researcher effect
The influence that a researchers behaviour, characteristics, or expectations may have on participants’ responses or behaviour
