[dəˈrɛktɪv ˈɪntərˌvju]
Definition: is a formalized interview procedure, which involves standardizing the interview plan, namely: the rigid formulation of the questions (closed) and the fan of the answers to them, as well as a certain sequence of questions. In the directive interview, the influence of the interviewer on the quality of data is minimized, and the reliability of the information obtained is maximized. Introductory conversation with the respondent, transitions from one section of the conversation to another are elaborated in detail by the researcher and accurately reproduced by the interviewer. Thus, in a directive interview, a specialist is assigned a secondary, purely performing role.
Directive interview in a sentence:
- Directive interview with closed questions is the most common and strict version of it.
- Sociologists in a directive interview are trying to give as simple as possible alternatives to any issue.
Synonyms and related words: interview types, formalized interview, interviewer, respondent, questionnaire, survey
