Survey Research

11.

Reporting and Disseminating Survey Results

11.1.

Structuring a Survey Research Report

11.1.1.

Introduction and Background

11.1.2.

Literature Review

11.1.3.

Methodology Section

11.1.3.1.

Sampling and Data Collection

11.1.3.2.

Instrumentation

11.1.3.3.

Data Analysis Plan

11.1.4.

Results Section

11.1.4.1.

Presentation of Key Findings

11.1.4.2.

Supporting Tables and Figures

11.1.4.3.

Statistical Significance

11.1.5.

Discussion and Conclusion

11.1.5.1.

Interpretation of Results

11.1.5.2.

Implications for Practice or Policy

11.1.5.3.

Future Research Directions

11.2.

Presenting Data Effectively

11.2.1.

11.2.1.1.

Formatting and Labeling

11.2.1.2.

Statistical Notation

11.2.2.

Use of Charts and Graphs

11.2.2.1.

Selecting Appropriate Chart Types

11.2.2.2.

Ensuring Clarity and Accuracy

11.2.2.3.

Color and Design Principles

11.3.

Interpreting Findings

11.3.1.

Drawing Conclusions

11.3.2.

Relating Results to Research Questions

11.3.3.

Considering Alternative Explanations

11.3.4.

Statistical vs. Practical Significance

11.4.

Acknowledging Limitations

11.4.1.

Methodological Limitations

11.4.2.

Generalizability Concerns

11.4.3.

Measurement Limitations

11.4.4.

Sample Limitations

11.5.

Communicating with Different Audiences

11.5.1.

Academic Audiences

11.5.2.

11.5.3.

11.5.4.

11.5.5.

Stakeholder-Specific Reports

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1. Introduction to Survey Research