What is meant by CAPI - Computer Assisted Personal Interview?
"CAPI" stands for "Computer Assisted Personal Interview" and refers to a method of data collection where interviewers use computer-assisted applications to conduct interviews and capture data directly into a digital format.
Typical functions of software in the "CAPI - Computer Assisted Personal Interview" area are:
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Interviewer Support:
- Providing interview questions and guides for the interviewer on a digital device such as a tablet or laptop.
- Automated management of the interview process, including progress control and navigation through questions.
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Dynamic Question Logic:
- Adapting interview questions based on the respondent's answers.
- Skipping irrelevant questions and adding additional questions as needed.
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Media Integration:
- Integrating multimedia elements such as images, videos, or audio recordings into the interview questions.
- Using media to illustrate concepts or support the interview.
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Data Collection and Storage:
- Capturing interview responses in real-time and storing them in a digital database.
- Ensuring data integrity and security during the collection process.
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Offline Functionality:
- Ability to conduct interviews even without an internet connection and store data locally.
- Synchronizing collected data with a central server when an internet connection is available.