Questionnaire Design and Administration Methods

Questions and Answers

What distinguishes open questions from closed questions in a questionnaire?

Open questions require respondents to answer in their own words. (correct)

Closed questions are always longer than open questions.

Open questions have predefined answers.

Closed questions allow respondents to express themselves freely.

Which of the following types of questionnaires can be filled in away from the researcher?

Direct interview questionnaires

Interviewer administered questionnaires

Self-administered questionnaires (correct)

Combination questionnaires

Which of the following factors should be considered during the design phase of a questionnaire?

The preferences of the researcher during the interview

The location where the respondent is interviewed

The potential analysis methods for the collected data (correct)

The time of day when the questionnaire is administered

What is a defining characteristic of self-administered questionnaires?

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What factor could influence the design of a questionnaire?

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Study Notes

Questionnaire Types

Closed-ended questionnaires provide predetermined response categories for respondents.
Open-ended questionnaires allow respondents to answer in their own words, offering richer qualitative data.
Combination questionnaires incorporate elements of both closed and open questions.

Administration Methods

Self-administered questionnaires require respondents to complete them independently, either at home or remotely.
Interviewer-administered questionnaires involve a researcher guiding respondents through the questions, ensuring clarity and engagement.

Distribution Channels

Self-administered questionnaires can be distributed via:
- Postal services
- In-person delivery
- Online platforms, enhancing accessibility and convenience

Analysis Considerations

The design of the questionnaire should consider how data will be analyzed, which may impact the type of questions used.
It's important to align the questionnaire's structure with the intended analytical methods to facilitate effective data interpretation.

Description

Explore the various types of questionnaires including closed-ended, open-ended, and combination styles. Learn about different administration methods such as self-administered and interviewer-administered questionnaires. This quiz will help you understand distribution channels and analysis considerations essential for effective questionnaire design.