research methods: interviews

Question 1

structured interview?

Answer 1

researcher has set list of q’s to ask, researcher records the responses

Question 2

unstructured interview?

Answer 2

researcher has no predetermined q’s, pt is free to discuss what they wish

Question 3

what needs to be considered when designing an interview?

Answer 3

recording info, listening skills,
non verbal communication, impact of researcher

Question 4

strengths?

Answer 4

rapport with pts can be built- puts them at ease,
researcher can explain q’s,
additional q’s,
can obtain more rich detailed responses,
sensitive topics- more ethical

Question 5

weaknesses?

Answer 5

interviewer effect,
training may be required,
hard to analyse,
takes longer than other methods