Presentation regarding Gathering Information through Interactive Techniques: Interview, JAD, Questionaires.
Interviewing is an important method for collecting data on information system requirements.
Table of Contents
- Chapter 4: Information Gathering: Interactive Methods
- Interviewing
- Planning the Interview
- Question Types
- Open-Ended Questions
- Advantages of Open-Ended Questions
- Disadvantages of Open-Ended Questions
- Closed Interview Questions
Objectives and Key Themes
This chapter aims to provide an overview of interactive methods for information gathering, focusing on interviewing techniques as a key tool for understanding information systems requirements. It explores the process of planning and conducting interviews, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of different types of questions.- Interviewing techniques for information systems requirements gathering
- Planning and conducting effective interviews
- Types of interview questions: open-ended and closed
- Advantages and disadvantages of different question types
- The importance of understanding interviewee opinions, feelings, and the current state of the system
Chapter Summaries
This chapter focuses on interviewing as a key method for collecting data on information systems requirements. It highlights the importance of planning interviews effectively, considering factors like interview objectives, interviewee selection, and question types. The chapter contrasts open-ended and closed interview questions, examining their respective advantages and disadvantages.Keywords
This chapter focuses on the core concepts of information gathering through interactive methods, emphasizing the key role of interviewing techniques in the process. It delves into different types of interview questions and their implications for data collection and analysis, ultimately contributing to a comprehensive understanding of information systems requirements. The main concepts explored include interviewing techniques, information gathering, information systems requirements, open-ended questions, closed questions, and data collection.Frequently Asked Questions
What are interactive methods for information gathering?
These are techniques like interviews, Joint Application Design (JAD), and questionnaires used to collect requirements for information systems directly from stakeholders.
What is the advantage of open-ended interview questions?
They allow the interviewee to provide detailed responses, express feelings, and offer suggestions that the interviewer might not have anticipated.
When should closed interview questions be used?
Closed questions are best for obtaining specific facts, saving time, and ensuring consistent data collection across multiple interviews.
How should an interview for system requirements be planned?
Planning involves setting clear objectives, selecting the right interviewees, designing the question structure, and preparing the environment for a productive discussion.
What is Joint Application Design (JAD)?
JAD is a collaborative technique where users and systems analysts work together in intense workshops to define system requirements and design.
- Quote paper
- Manojkumar Karathiya (Author), 2014, Information Gathering Through Interactive Technique, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/283859
