Introduction to Survey Methods

Catalog description

Introduction to Survey Methods: A 100 level course that introduces students to aspects of how surveys work. Students learn about the design, and interpretation of survey data. A range of survey strategies (e.g., telephone, face-to-face, mail and internet surveys) within the broader context of a research or evaluation project are introduced. Topics include formulation of research goals, developing an appropriate questionnaire design, protection of human subjects and proper conduct of research, sample size calculation and sample design, survey administration, construction of a survey report including basic data analysis techniques, and presentation of the results of a survey. Class topics are designed to convey practical knowledge of survey design.