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What are the main advantages of open-ended questions in an interview?
What are the main advantages of open-ended questions in an interview?
They encourage detailed responses and allow interviewees to elaborate on their perspectives and experiences.
Explain the purpose of probing questions in interviews.
Explain the purpose of probing questions in interviews.
Probing questions seek to gain more depth and clarification about previous answers, uncovering underlying details and motivations.
How do closed-ended questions differ in their responses compared to open-ended questions?
How do closed-ended questions differ in their responses compared to open-ended questions?
Closed-ended questions lead to specific, concise answers, while open-ended questions allow for elaboration.
What is the significance of using hypothetical questions in an interview setting?
What is the significance of using hypothetical questions in an interview setting?
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Describe a scenario in which leading questions might be inappropriate during an interview.
Describe a scenario in which leading questions might be inappropriate during an interview.
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What role do specific questions play in the interview process?
What role do specific questions play in the interview process?
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How does the funneling technique benefit the interview process?
How does the funneling technique benefit the interview process?
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What is the inverted funnel technique and when is it particularly effective?
What is the inverted funnel technique and when is it particularly effective?
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What extracurricular activities can you discuss that reflect your personal qualities and experiences?
What extracurricular activities can you discuss that reflect your personal qualities and experiences?
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In five years, where do you envision your career path and how do your current studies support that vision?
In five years, where do you envision your career path and how do your current studies support that vision?
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What thoughtful questions might you ask an interviewer to indicate your research and interest in the position?
What thoughtful questions might you ask an interviewer to indicate your research and interest in the position?
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How can your interests outside academics enhance your academic or professional aspirations?
How can your interests outside academics enhance your academic or professional aspirations?
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Why is it important to present yourself authentically and enthusiastically in an interview setting?
Why is it important to present yourself authentically and enthusiastically in an interview setting?
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What key elements should you include when answering the question 'Tell me about yourself' in an NAU interview?
What key elements should you include when answering the question 'Tell me about yourself' in an NAU interview?
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What steps can you take to effectively answer why you are interested in Northern Arizona University?
What steps can you take to effectively answer why you are interested in Northern Arizona University?
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How can you articulate your reasons for choosing a particular program or major during your interview?
How can you articulate your reasons for choosing a particular program or major during your interview?
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When discussing strengths and weaknesses in an interview, what is a recommended approach?
When discussing strengths and weaknesses in an interview, what is a recommended approach?
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What should you consider when answering questions about your career goals in relation to NAU?
What should you consider when answering questions about your career goals in relation to NAU?
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How can you demonstrate your ability to handle stress and pressure in an interview?
How can you demonstrate your ability to handle stress and pressure in an interview?
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What qualities should you highlight when describing a challenge you faced and how you overcame it?
What qualities should you highlight when describing a challenge you faced and how you overcame it?
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What is the significance of showing initiative and self-awareness in your interview responses?
What is the significance of showing initiative and self-awareness in your interview responses?
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Study Notes
Interview Question Types
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Open-ended questions: Encourage detailed responses and allow interviewees to elaborate. They often begin with words like "how," "what," "why," or "describe." Example: "How do you feel about the new policy?" These questions are valuable for gaining insight into perspectives and experiences.
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Closed-ended questions: Lead to specific, concise answers. They often use specific options, such as multiple choice, or require a 'yes' or 'no' response. Example: "Do you agree or disagree with the new policy?" They are useful for gathering specific data points and are easier to analyze.
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Probing questions: Follow up on previous answers to gain more depth and clarification. They aim to uncover underlying details and motivations. Example: "Can you tell me more about what you mean by that?" or "What made you feel that way?" These are vital for uncovering nuanced perspectives.
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Hypothetical questions: Explore how interviewees would respond to certain situations or scenarios. Example: "If the policy were to change, how would that impact your work?" They are useful for understanding potential reactions and anticipated outcomes.
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Leading questions: Guide interviewees toward a specific answer. While they may be useful in certain situations, posing too many can influence the interviewee’s responses and potentially bias results. Example: "Don't you agree that the new policy is a positive step forward?" They should be used sparingly.
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Specific questions: Focus on particular details and are important for gathering tailored information. Example: "What date did you start working on this project?" These help ensure you are capturing reliable data.
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General questions: Obtain a broad overview of the interviewee's thoughts or actions within the topic of study. They introduce introductory topics and set the stage for more focused lines of questioning. For example, in a job interview, "What are your goals in this role?"
Question Structure and Order
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Funneling: Starting with broad, general questions and progressively narrowing down to more specific ones. This builds rapport and allows the interviewee to become comfortable before delving into sensitive concerns.
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Inverted Funnel: Beginning with specific questions to uncover a particular concept and transitioning to increasingly wide-ranging questions. Often more effective for interviews focused on detailed tasks.
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Predetermined List: Using a structured, organized list of questions prepared beforehand. While helpful for maintaining focus, rigidity should be balanced with the ability to deviate based on insightful responses or uncovering new topics.
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Flexible/Semi-Structured: Combining a predetermined set of questions with opportunities for spontaneous follow-up or deviation based on the interviewee’s responses. This offers structure while allowing adaptability for interesting insights.
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Description
This quiz explores different types of interview questions, including open-ended, closed-ended, probing, and hypothetical questions. Each type serves a unique purpose in eliciting responses, providing insights, and gathering data. Test your understanding of these question types and their effective use in interviews.
