Discussion Post I: Questionnaire Design
Using the textbook, required articles and recommended resources, construct a 5-6 item questionnaire on a topic of your choice. Your questionnaire can include either open-ended or closed-ended (fixed format) questions. Submit your completed questionnaire to this discussion forum.
Be sure to consider the following when responding:
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of the questionnaire overall?
• Consider how the items are worded and the response choices, if applicable, are provided.
o Are the questions clear and concise?
o Are there any questions that are vague or unclear?
o If applicable, are the response choices effective?
o Is there only one correct response choice?
o Are there any unintentional cues to the correct answer?
o Do the items appear to be a good measure of what the student is wanting to assess?
• How could the questionnaire be improved?
Discussion Post II: Sampling
In qualitative and quantitative studies, sampling refers to selecting a particular sample of individuals from a larger population. This process is often called participant selection. Qualitative research collects rich data from fewer sources, while quantitative research attempts to collect a larger, more representative sample from the population as a whole. Selection criteria for eligibility in a study is similar for both quantitative and qualitative studies, however, there are some differences with respect to the procedures used and the size of the samples.
Instructions:
Consider a particular topic (this can be the topic from one of your previous discussions or assignments), and a particular qualitative or quantitative research design and state the factors you would consider in choosing participants for the study. Be sure to answer the following in your discussion:
o What sampling method would you use?
o How would you go about deciding how many participants to select given a particular methodology?
o What factors should be considered regarding sample size, representativeness, and apparent biases in the selection of the sample?
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.