Topic 3- Research Methods Flashcards
1
Q
What are Questionnaires and what are the two types?
A
It is a form of social survey, there are 2 types, closed and open ended questions.
2
Q
What are the advantages of questionnaires?
A
Practical
1) quick and cheap- can send out lots for cheap
2) easy to quantify- can be processed by computer quick
3) training- no need for skills
Ethical
Anonymity and confidentiality
Theoretical
1) Reliability
2) Representative
3) detachment and objectivity
