Whats more obtrusive during a user interview, an audio recorder or a colleague taking notes. [closed]

1. What is the advantage of using a recorder in an interview?
2. Why is audio recording important in qualitative research?
3. What is the purpose of audio recording in research?

What is the advantage of using a recorder in an interview?

One of the primary benefits of recording an interview (audio or visual) is that it allows the interviewer to concentrate on the interview rather than writing notes, which can act as a distraction to both the interviewee and the person(s) asking the questions.

Why is audio recording important in qualitative research?

The obvious advantage of audio-recording is that it frees up the researcher from note-taking thereby allowing them to concentrate on the job in hand: to listen to what is being said and prompt for further responses where appropriate.

What is the purpose of audio recording in research?

Most researchers use audio recordings for individual interviews as a way to capture what is said during the interview. In most cases, these types of interviews do not qualify for exemption and it is necessary for you to obtain consent (and assent where appropriate) to use an audio recording device.