Interview Method Psychology

What is the structured interview method?

• A group interview process where multiple candidates are interviewed together

• A standardized interview process where all candidates are asked the same set of questions in the same order.

• A written test given to candidates instead of an interview

• An unstructured interview process where candidates are asked random questions

Explain the unstructured interview method.

• The unstructured interview method is a type of interview where the questions are predetermined

• The unstructured interview method is a type of interview where the questions are not pre-determined and the conversation flows freely.

• The unstructured interview method is a type of interview where the questions are multiple-choice

• The unstructured interview method is a type of interview where the questions are asked in a specific order

What are semi-structured interviews?

• Semi-structured interviews are a type of interview where the interviewer has a set of predetermined questions but can also ask follow-up questions based on the interviewee's responses.

• Semi-structured interviews are a type of interview where the interviewer only asks open-ended questions

• Semi-structured interviews are a type of interview where the interviewer has no control over the questions asked

• Semi-structured interviews are a type of interview where the interviewer only asks yes or no questions

What are the strengths of using structured interviews?

• Unstructured and disorganized process

• Consistent set of questions and evaluation criteria, fair and objective comparisons, high reliability and validity

• Biased and subjective evaluations

• Low consistency and reliability

Discuss the weaknesses of unstructured interviews.

• Difficulty in comparing candidates

• Potential for interviewer bias

• Lack of consistency, reliability, standardized questions, and scoring

• Limited opportunity for follow-up questions

How does the structured interview method differ from the unstructured interview method?

• Structured interview method uses random questions and unstructured interview method uses predetermined set of questions

• Structured interview method does not have a set format or specific questions, while unstructured interview method uses predetermined set of questions

• Structured interview method does not have a standardized scoring system, while unstructured interview method uses a standardized scoring system

• Structured interview method uses predetermined set of questions and standardized scoring system, while unstructured interview method does not have a set format or specific questions.

What are the advantages of using semi-structured interviews?

• Semi-structured interviews limit the depth of responses compared to structured interviews.

• Semi-structured interviews do not allow for personalized follow-up questions like structured interviews.

• Semi-structured interviews allow for more flexibility and in-depth responses compared to structured interviews.

• Semi-structured interviews are more rigid and inflexible than structured interviews.

What are the limitations of structured interviews?

• Potential interviewer bias, limited flexibility to probe for detailed responses, and the possibility of interviewees providing socially desirable answers.

• Unstructured format, lack of standardized questions, and potential for interviewees to feel uncomfortable

• Difficulty in establishing rapport, potential for interviewees to provide inaccurate information, and lack of consistency in evaluation

• Inability to compare responses across candidates, limited time for in-depth discussion, and reliance on subjective judgment

How can structured interviews be improved?

• Not providing any training for interviewers

• Allowing interviewers to ask any questions they want

• Using a random selection of questions for each interview

• Standardizing questions, training interviewers, and implementing a scoring system.

Compare and contrast structured and unstructured interviews.

• Structured interviews are more casual than unstructured interviews

• Structured interviews are only used for entry-level positions

• Structured interviews have a predetermined set of questions and a standardized format, while unstructured interviews involve open-ended questions and allow for more flexibility in the conversation.

• Unstructured interviews are more time-consuming than structured interviews