Survey instrument - Questionnaires

Question 1

Introduction - SMIV

Answer 1

• considering SOURCES from which to obtain the information helps collects data efficiently
• Researchers have to outline the METHODS that will be used to collect the primary information
• Researchers then have to develop strategies to ensure INTERNAL validity
• Researchers have to also assess the external VALIDITY that can be obtained

Question 2

Questionnaires - QPEFP

Answer 2

• QUESTIONNAIRES are one of the most effective ways to collect information
• Interviews are considered as PRIMARY information sources as they are usually unprocessed
• Researchers can directly EVALUATE the quality of the data
• Researchers have FULL control over what data to include or exclude
• Researchers can determine how to PROCESS the collected data

Question 3

Advantages - WRIST

Answer 3

*They cover WIDE areas.

*They reach REACH locations affordably.

*There’s no INFLUENCE from interviewers.

*Respondents can answer in their own SPACE.

*People have more TIME to think about their responses.

Question 4

Disadvantages - LLIRE

Answer 4

• it takes LONGER for respondents to complete them.
• They often get a LOW response rate.
• Responses may be INCOMPLETE
• Respondents need to be able to READ and write
• level of EDUCATION can have an impact on completion

Question 5

When to use them - FETI

Answer 5

• If respondents are FAMILIAR with the questions and terms,
• If the data needed can be provided EASILY and promptly, like with yes/no answers or checkboxes.
• When there’s enough TIME for the respondents to reply
• When people who know the INFORMATION are ready and able to respond by mail.

Question 6

When NOT to use them - FITE

Answer 6

• When the researcher anticipates a lot of FOLLOW-UP needed
• When INDIVIDUAL responses are required
• When there is not enough TIME
• When EXTENSIVE and detailed data is required