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- Data Analysis, Health, Health Economics
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This document discusses methods to detect discrepancies in collected data and compares direct observation and controlled environment techniques for data gathering. It also covers best practices for designing online surveys and the viability of using social media communities for surveys. It is for Week 5 discussions.
What's inside
- Methods to detect discrepancies in collected data
- Comparison of direct observation and controlled environment techniques
- Best practices for designing online surveys
- Viability of using social media for online surveys
- Examples of online survey platforms
- Quality and reputation of online surveys
Who it is for: Students studying data collection methods and online surveys. (Undergraduate)
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Summary
Data collection methods are discussed, with a focus on reliability and online surveys. Students learn about techniques for detecting discrepancies in data and designing effective online surveys.
Discrepancies in Collected Data
Methods for detecting discrepancies in collected data are discussed. The process of gathering data is outlined, including determining the source of information and developing data collection instruments.
Reliability of Data Collection
The reliability of data collected through direct observation in the field or in a controlled environment is compared. The importance of determining the source of information before other techniques is highlighted.
Designing Online Surveys
Best practices for designing online surveys are provided. The use of social media communities for online surveys is discussed, including their viability in terms of quality, reputation, volume, and management.
Online Survey Tools
Several online survey tools are mentioned. The process of creating and managing online surveys using these tools is described.
Key terms
- Self-reported health question
- A question where respondents assess their own health status.
- Data collection instruments
- Tools used to gather data, such as interview guides and questionnaires.
- Direct observation
- Collecting data by observing subjects in their natural environment.
- Online surveys
- Surveys conducted over the internet, often using specific tools or platforms.
- Social media communities
- Online platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn where people interact and share information.
- Survey topic
- The subject or theme that the survey is designed to investigate.
Questions this document helps with
- How can discrepancies in collected data be detected?
- What are the best practices for designing online surveys?
- How viable are social media communities for conducting online surveys?
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