Survey Research

2.

Survey Design and Planning

2.1.

Formulating Research Questions and Objectives

2.1.1.

Identifying Research Problems

2.1.2.

Translating Problems into Measurable Questions

2.1.3.

Setting Specific and Achievable Objectives

2.1.4.

Prioritizing Research Goals

2.2.

Defining the Target Population

2.2.1.

Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria

2.2.2.

Population Parameters

2.2.3.

Geographic and Temporal Boundaries

2.2.4.

Special Population Considerations

2.3.

Choosing a Survey Mode

2.3.1.

Factors Influencing Mode Selection

2.3.1.1.

Population Accessibility

2.3.1.2.

Resource Constraints

2.3.1.3.

Sensitivity of Topics

2.3.1.4.

Technology Access

2.3.1.5.

Response Quality Requirements

2.3.2.

Mode-Specific Considerations

2.4.

Developing a Research Timeline and Budget

2.4.1.

Estimating Time Requirements

2.4.2.

Budgeting for Personnel and Materials

2.4.3.

Technology and Software Costs

2.4.4.

Contingency Planning

2.4.5.

Resource Allocation Strategies

2.5.

The Role of Pre-testing and Pilot Studies

2.5.1.

Purposes of Pre-testing

2.5.2.

Designing a Pilot Study

2.5.3.

Sample Size for Pilot Testing

2.5.4.

Revising Based on Pilot Feedback

2.5.5.

Documentation of Changes

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