Advantages and Disadvantages of Interview Method in Social Science Research PDF

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THE INTERVIEW METHOD HAS THE FOLLOWING ADVANTAGES:
1. By modifying the interview context, a well-trained interviewer can collect more data and greater clarity. To achieve this, you can't just fill out an online survey.
2. In contrast to a questionnaire, an interview allows the researcher...

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ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF INTERVIEW METHOD IN SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH

THE INTERVIEW METHOD HAS THE FOLLOWING ADVANTAGES: 1. By modifying the interview context, a well-trained interviewer can collect more data and greater clarity. To achieve this, you can't just fill out an online survey. 2. In contrast to a questionnaire, an interview allows the researcher to follow up on leads. 3. When it comes to gathering information about people's thoughts and feelings, surveys typically fall short of digging deep enough. In most cases, the interview setting allows for a considerably more in-depth discussion. 4. Other methods do not allow for a circumstance in which a trained interviewer can gather considerable data by motivating and sustaining rapport with the subject. 5. If a person is interviewed, they may reveal private information they would prefer not to include in a questionnaire. 6. If a kid or illiterate individual can't explain themselves in writing, an interview technique can be employed. This cannot be done in a survey. 7. If you send out a survey by email, the response rate is substantially higher than when you mail it out.

8. Field workers are available to clear up any doubts or misunderstandings about the nature of an inquiry or word utilised. As a result, there is no room for ambiguity in the answers. 9. In order to get the best possible reaction, the field worker can create a welcoming atmosphere. Before displaying the schedule, the field worker can initiate a conversation and pique the respondent's curiosity. The proper answers are more likely to be given in the right environment. 10.There may be a risk of revealing personal and confidential information that would not normally be written down. To get the most out of an interview, it's possible that the subject will require the stimulation of personal contacts. 11.Using the interview, the investigator can follow up on leads and take advantage of little hints, especially when dealing with difficult themes and inquiries. 12.An interview is a chance for two people to talk about their thoughts and opinions. Give and take is allowed. 13.It can be helpful in some situations. • During the interview, the candidate will be able to interact with people of all ages, including youngsters, those who are illiterate, and those who have a low level of intelligence. 14.It is also utilized for student counselling, selection of individuals for instructional reasons and employment and psychiatric work. 15.It's not like the respondent is drowsy or bored. It is possible to add more questions to the debate to make it more interesting for everyone.

16.There are also no issues with poor handwriting or the usage of a pencil because the interviewer fills in the schedule for the respondent. 17.It is feasible to conduct a life-cycle investigation. An individual's temperament, living conditions, and general pattern of life can all be explored in greater depth when a field worker has face-to-face interaction with the respondent. Understanding the context of a response relies heavily on these elements. 18.Researchers have determined that interview data is generally trustworthy. 19.When conducting an interview, it is feasible for the interviewer to inquire about attitudes, find the source of the problem, and more. 20.Interview method is pretty similar to that of the teacher. The interview is widely regarded as the closest research technique to the teacher's practise. 21.In order to track changes in behaviour and attitudes over time, interviews might be scheduled at regular intervals. 22.Interviews can be utilised for a variety of purposes, including student counselling, career adjustment, and the selection of students for various educational programmes. 23.Whether you're doing normative, historical, experimental, case study, or clinical research—you can use interviews to collect data. 24.Cross-questioning is possible because of interview tactics. 25.Interviewers can remain in control of their research by employing this method.

26.An interviewer can learn a lot about a subject just by listening to what they say out loud, watching their facial expressions, and observing their bodily motions and gestures. 27.It is possible for the interviewer to assess the interviewee's honesty, frankness, and insight through cross-questioning.

THE DRAWBACKS OF INTERVIEWING

Inspite of its many advantages, the interview approach has the following drawbacks:

1. Expensive: This is an extremely pricey affair. Compared to mailing out questionnaires, the cost per case is substantially higher with this manner. Questionnaires are substantially more affordable than interviews, on average, because they collect less information per questionnaire. The collecting of data may necessitate the use of a significant number of field workers. A lot of money has to be spent on this, thus a researcher on a tight budget may not be able to use this approach at all.

2. It is possible to bring bias into an interview due to the presence of a field worker, who encourages the interviewee to answer. This can have an impact on the answers the respondent gives, as he may be swayed by the field worker's perspective and give answers he believes the investigator wants.

3. Time-consuming: This is a time-consuming strategy because no one can predict how long an interview will last because the questions must be explained, interviewees must be reassured, and the data must be gathered. 4. In order to get information out of an interviewee who may be reluctant to share their knowledge, you'll need to be really skilled. 5.

Objectivity, intelligence, and sensitivity are only some of the skills that an interviewer should possess....