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What advantage does the CSEW have in terms of data collection accuracy?
What advantage does the CSEW have in terms of data collection accuracy?
- It surveys participants multiple times.
- It relies on police reports for confirmation.
- It uses direct information from victims. (correct)
- It collects data from third-party witnesses.
What is a significant limitation of the CSEW regarding crime reporting?
What is a significant limitation of the CSEW regarding crime reporting?
- It does not reach a large number of people.
- It only surveys individuals employed in law enforcement.
- It fails to capture some crimes like domestic abuse. (correct)
- It relies on audio recordings of interviews.
How does CSEW ensure the ethical compliance of its survey?
How does CSEW ensure the ethical compliance of its survey?
- By conducting surveys exclusively in public places.
- By guaranteeing participant confidentiality and informed consent. (correct)
- By offering financial incentives for participation.
- By requiring participants to provide identification.
What type of data does CSEW primarily collect?
What type of data does CSEW primarily collect?
What issue arises from the reliance on victims' memory in the CSEW?
What issue arises from the reliance on victims' memory in the CSEW?
What concern might prevent victims from participating in the CSEW?
What concern might prevent victims from participating in the CSEW?
What is a potential issue with the sample representation in CSEW?
What is a potential issue with the sample representation in CSEW?
What does the CSEW rely on to interpret the collected data accurately?
What does the CSEW rely on to interpret the collected data accurately?
Flashcards
CSEW data strength
CSEW data strength
CSEW collects direct victim accounts, potentially increasing data accuracy and validity over police records.
CSEW targeting at-risk
CSEW targeting at-risk
CSEW helps identify individuals at risk of crime, allowing for targeted prevention efforts.
CSEW large sample size
CSEW large sample size
CSEW surveys many people, providing a wider range of data from diverse backgrounds.
CSEW confidentiality
CSEW confidentiality
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Memory reliance in CSEW
Memory reliance in CSEW
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CSEW data limitations
CSEW data limitations
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CSEW potential bias
CSEW potential bias
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CSEW sample limitations
CSEW sample limitations
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Study Notes
Strengths of CSEW
- CSEW uses first-hand accounts from victims, enhancing validity as it's not interpreted.
- CSEW identifies high-risk individuals, aiding prevention strategies.
- CSEW covers a large sample size.
- CSEW gathers rich qualitative data, as victims feel less pressured to detail without identification risks.
- CSEW is confidential, respecting participants' right to privacy. Participants can refuse to participate. Ethical guidelines are followed.
- CSEW achieves informed consent, assuring participant's willing participation.
- CSEW is deemed more reliable than police-recorded data.
Limitations of CSEW
- CSEW may miss crimes like domestic abuse, as participants may fear to complete the survey in their own homes.
- Participant dishonesty or exaggeration can make data invalid.
- Relies on the accuracy of the victim's memory.
- The sample isn't always representative of the general population. Certain demographics, such as elderly, unemployed or students may be over-represented.
- Surveys aren't sent to everyone.
- Participants might be hesitant due to concerns about anonymity.
- Findings require interpretation and may include bias, impacting validity.
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Explore the strengths and limitations of the Crime Survey for England and Wales (CSEW). This quiz examines how first-hand accounts enhance data validity while also addressing the challenges in representing the general population accurately. Test your knowledge on this vital aspect of crime data collection.
