A structured interview is a systematic method where the interviewer strictly controls the conversation topics and uses a defined question and response format. This approach aims to ensure consistency and comparability of findings across different interviews.
An unstructured interview is a qualitative research method where the interviewer does not have a predetermined set of questions, allowing the interviewee to have significant control over the conversation. This type of interview is used to gather in-depth insights and is often conversational in nature.
