CAPI - Computer Assisted Personal Interview

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:

1. 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.

2. Dynamic Question Logic:

   • Adapting interview questions based on the respondent's answers.
   • Skipping irrelevant questions and adding additional questions as needed.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.