Group & Semi - Structured

• What is the format of group informal interviews?

  They are likely to take an unstructured or semi-structured format.
• What are some examples of group informal interviews?

  Focus groups and online discussions.
• What should you note about marking questions related to informal interviews?

  A higher mark is given for reviewing the advantages and disadvantages of informal interviews.
• What are the advantages of group informal interviews?

  • Participants may open up more.
  • Peer pressure can influence responses.
  • Requires training for the researcher.
  • Needs skill to keep the interview focused.
• What are the disadvantages of group informal interviews?

  • Potential for bias.
  • Some individuals may dominate discussions.
  • Peer group pressure can influence responses.
  • Requires training for the researcher.
• What is the description of semi-structured interviews?

  They have a set of questions but allow flexibility in the order and follow-up questions.
• What type of data do semi-structured interviews most likely provide?

  Qualitative data through open questions.
• What is a notable point about marking questions related to semi-structured interviews?

  The advantages and disadvantages are the same as those for informal interviews.
• What are the advantages of semi-structured interviews?

  • More reliable than unstructured interviews due to standardized questions.
  • Allows for replication and consistent results.
  • More valid than structured interviews due to open questions.
  • Provides in-depth responses for greater insight.
• What are the disadvantages of semi-structured interviews?

  • Less reliable than structured interviews due to open questions.
  • More difficult to replicate and check for consistent results.
  • Less valid than unstructured interviews due to some closed questions.
  • May restrict participants' responses and not reflect true feelings.
• How do the reliability and validity of semi-structured interviews compare to structured and unstructured interviews?

  Semi-structured interviews are more reliable than unstructured but less reliable than structured; they are more valid than structured but less valid than unstructured.