questionnaire construction

Cards (18)

  • What is the purpose of the lesson on questionnaire construction?
    To know and understand questionnaire construction
  • What are open questions in a questionnaire?
    Questions inviting respondents to provide their own answers
  • What type of data do closed questions tend to produce?
    Quantitative data
  • What are the positives and problems of the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire?
    Positives:
    • Easy to understand
    • Provides personal insights

    Problems:
    • May lead to biased responses
    • Limited answer options
  • Why is clarity important in designing a questionnaire?
    To avoid ambiguity in questions
  • What is an example of an ambiguous question?
    'Did you see the girl with the telescope?'
  • What is social desirability bias in questionnaires?
    Respondents give answers to appear attractive
  • What type of questions should researchers ask for easy analysis?
    Closed questions with fixed answers
  • What is the purpose of filler questions in a questionnaire?
    To distract from the main purpose of the study
  • How should questions be sequenced in a questionnaire?
    Start with easy questions, then difficult ones
  • What is a recommended method for recording interviews?
    Audio or video recording
  • How can non-verbal communication affect interviews?
    It can indicate interest or disinterest
  • What should an interviewer avoid during an unstructured interview?
    Probing too much into previous questions
  • What are key terms related to questionnaire construction?
    Open questions, closed questions, bias
  • Why is it important to avoid bias in questionnaire design?
    To ensure truthful and accurate responses
  • What is the significance of listening skills in interviews?
    They help maintain the flow of conversation
  • What is the impact of question sequencing in a questionnaire?
    It helps respondents feel comfortable
  • What is the purpose of including filler questions in a questionnaire?
    To reduce demand characteristics