Quantitative Primary Methods: Structured Interviews Flashcards
What is a structured interview?
An interview with pre-planned questions
If the interview is Structured, are the answers to questions usually closed or open?
Closed
Is the researcher present with Structured Interviews?
Yes
Why are structured interviews being Standardised a Strength? Is it P, E or T?
The same questions will be used every time. Theoretical Strength
Who did structured interviews with people living in poverty?
Townsend
What was important with all interviewers reading out the questions?
That they all interpreted them in the same way
How often is the CSEW conducted?
Annually
How many households were involved in Townsend’s study?
3000
How many participants are there in the CSEW?
50,000
Why is being able to do Structured Interviews on a large scale a Strength? Is it P, E or T?
It can be more representative and easier to generalise. Theoretical Strength
Why is the skills of the researcher a potential weakness in Structured Interviews? Is it P, E or T?
Researcher will need to be good at writing questions. Practical Weakness
How does the CSEW collect a sample of people?
A sample of people is collected from every Postcode Address File
Why is no issue of literacy a strength for Structured Interviews? Is it P, E or T?
Questions will be said out loud rather than for the participant to read them. Practical Strength
Why is social desirability a weakness for Structured Interviews? Is it P, E or T?
The researcher might make questions related to biases. Theoretical Weakness
