Interviews

Here are some pros and cons of the youth team conducting a survey. These might help the youth team decide if doing a survey is right for them.

Interviews

Interviews, as a data collection method, are typically used on an individual level. It involves asking an individual a series of questions, which are usually open-ended. Interviews are used to understand a group of subjects ’ opinions on certain topics.

An interview will provide in-depth information and direct contact with the participant. Interviews would be a good choice if the youth already have ideas for solutions and want to record in-depth opinions and thoughts on their issue from a smaller group of participants. This can be an effective tool to use for your CNA.

Interviews are usually done face to face; if youth are comfortable talking to others and asking questions, this can be a great option for the youth team.

Since interviews require direct communication, it’ s beneficial to establish some kind of relationship with a participant or make them comfortable. They may be disclosing answers to serious questions, and the youth need their honest opinions. Assuring that a participant feels safe to speak freely will provide the best results. An interview should not take up too much of the participants ’ time as they may become tired or bored and not give accurate answers. Your questions should be straightforward, but you should allow for them to provide as much information as the interviewee would like.