These refer to the five methods of gathering data in survey research. These include face-to-face surveys or interview, telephone surveys, written surveys, online surveys, and mixed-mode surveys.
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Survey Forms for Data Collection: Key Considerations
Annie Bangtegan Domede (University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Al Mussanah, Oman) and Autumn Dinkelman (University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Al Mussanah, Oman)
Copyright: © 2022
|Pages: 18
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-8085-1.ch010
Abstract
Data collection is done through various methods including but not limited to surveys, interviews, observations, document analysis, focus groups, and oral histories. Each of these methods employs data gathering tools in order to facilitate the collection of information or data. In this section, the survey method, particularly the survey instrument or survey form, is discussed. Specifically, this chapter will focus on the fundamental factors to consider when developing the form to ensure coming up with relevant, unbiased, and focused questions, which will yield relevant and appropriate answers. In addition, considerations to take into account for proper administration of a survey form will be covered as well as the guidelines for a better and more accurate interpretation of survey data.