The unstructured interview is an exchange of questions and answers in a free-flowing conversation between the interviewer and the person seeking validation.

Validation stages in which the use of the method is recommended

  • Identification stage
  • Assessment stage

Scope of learning outcomes which may be confirmed using the method

  • Knowledge
  • Skills
  • Social competences

Necessary resources:

  • Encoder and/or specialist to interpret the results
  • Assessor (or assessors)
  • Appropriate meeting place
  • Software supporting the results encoding process
  • Camera, one-way mirror
  • Voice recorder, microphone

Possibility of combining the unstructured interview with other methods:

  • Analysis of evidence and declarations
  • Theoretical test
  • Skills Audit
  • Presentation
  • Observation in real-life conditions
  • Observation in simulated conditions

How to compare the validation methods?

Select the methods you want to compare from the list displayed at the left side, and then click Go to the comparison button. To remove a method from the comparison, click the icon
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