Self-report techniques Flashcards
What should be considered when designing a questionnaire
- clarity of questions
- avoiding bias
- use of open and closed questions
What are open questions
Questions which allow the participant to respond accurately
What are closed questions
Questions which are quicker to complete and data can be more easily analysed but they may not reflect reality
What is a structured interview
When the questions aren’t deviated from
What is an unstructured interview
when only on question is asked
What is a semi structured interview
when the interview is planned but open for discussion
Name two strengths and one weaknesses of a structured interview
can be easily repeated
responses are easier to analyse
may not gain much insight
Name one strength and three weaknesses of an unstructured interview
-more detail
- may lack objectivity
- need to be trained
- difficult to analyse
Evaluate self report techniques
- asked about thoughts
- hypothetical
- information has to be disclosed
- social desirability bias
- actual data
Evaluate observation techniques
- easier to reach a conclusion
- demand characteristics
- more ecological validity
Evaluate questionnaire techniques
- large number of responses gathered quickly
- no influence from investigator
- can’t seek clarification
- may not give it sufficient thought
- sample biased and volunteer biased
Evaluate interview techniques
- questions will be taken more seriously
- will be able to seek clarification
- more truthful when face to face
- sensitive topics
- time consuming
- social desirability bias
- may be influenced
