...“Effects of Poor oral hygiene” Direction: This questionnaire aims to know the answers provided by the correspondents about the effects of poor oral hygiene. Kindly answer all the questions. Please check the box to answer. Name: _________________________________________ Age: ____ Signature: _______________________ A. Check YES if you agree or check NO if you don’t. Yes No 1. Do you know what Poor oral hygiene means? 2. Are you aware of the effects of poor oral hygiene? 3. Can you maintain a good oral hygiene? B. Read the questions carefully and answer by checking the box. 4. How many times do you brush your teeth in a day? 3 times a day 2 times a day I never brush my teeth Other answers. Please specify: ___________________ 5. Do you have Tooth Decay? Yes No 6. Why do you think you have Tooth Decay? Because I feel that there is something wrong with my teeth Because I don’t brush my teeth When I went to the dentist, she/he told me I have tooth decay I don’t have Tooth Decay 7. Which of the following are you using to brush your teeth? Toothbrush Oral Medicines Other answers. Please specify: ________________________ 8. Can...
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...Sociological Research Skills Name of Method Research Methods Questionnaires Brief Outline of Method A questionnaire is a list of written questions that can be completed in one of two basic ways Firstly, respondents could be asked to complete the questionnaire with the researcher not present. This is a postal questionnaire and (loosely) refers to any questionnaire that a respondent completes without the aid of the researcher. Secondly, respondents could be asked to complete the questionnaire by verbally responding to questions in the presence of the researcher. This variation is called a structured interview. Although the two variations are similar (a postal questionnaire and a structured interview could contain exactly the same questions), the difference between them is important. If, for example, we are concerned with protecting the respondent’s anonymity then it might be more appropriate to use a postal questionnaire than a structured interview. Questionnaires are restricted to two basic types of question: Closed-ended (or “closed question”) is a question for which a researcher provides a suitable list of responses (e.g. Yes / No). This produces mainly quantitative data. Open-ended (or “open question”) is a question where the researcher doesn’t provide the respondent with a set answer from which to choose. Rather, the respondent is asked to answer "in their own words". This produces mainly qualitative data. Strengths / Uses of Method Weaknesses / Limitations of Method...
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...Questionnaire Design Local Government Data Unit ~ Wales A guide to... ...Questionnaire Design A Questionnaire Design Local Government Data Unit ~ Wales This guide provides advice and guidance on designing questionnaires. It focuses mainly on points to consider when writing questions and how to format self-completion questionnaires. You may also want to look at: • Survey Design and Analysis We have produced a series of guides which covers four broad areas: • • • • Surveys Performance management Collecting and using data Statistical processes The series of guides is available electronically on our website, www.dataunitwales.gov.uk/guides We also provide advice, guidance and training support relating to each of the documents in the series. For further information contact: Local Government Data Unit ~ Wales 029 2090 9500 or visit our website: www.dataunitwales.gov.uk ISBN – 978-1-907073-02-1 Published 2009 Published by: Local Government Data Unit ~ Wales 3–7 Columbus Walk, Cardiff, CF10 4SD Telephone: 029 2090 9500 Email: enquiries@dataunitwales.gov.uk Web: www.dataunitwales.gov.uk © Local Government Data Unit ~ Wales, 2009 (Data Unit) This material can be reproduced as long as the Data Unit is acknowledged as the original author. Any queries should be sent to the Data Unit at the above address or via e-mail: enquiries@dataunitwales.gov.uk B Questionnaire Design Contents 1. Introduction 1 2. Types of surveys ...
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...Usability Evaluation 15 Assignment 3: Usability Evaluation Questionnaire is one of the most popular techniques for gathering data, where questions in a questionnaire are designed to be answered asynchronously, i.e. without the presence of the investigator. A goal must be set, before developing the questionnaire, as developer would like to have relevant reasons before starting working on something. Targeting the participants is another important element of collecting data through online questionnaire. In many ways questionnaire is similar to interviews as questions could be open or closed. Since interviewer is not present or in a word nobody is available to interpret the questions for the participant, making the questions clear and data collection efficient -- questions need to be clearly worded. Skilled people are needed to design a questionnaire especially to gather valid and reliable data. Easy and difficult aspects of creating and conducting an online questionnaire: First, I would explain the easy aspects of creating and conducting an online questionnaire. Online questionnaire is very effective when targeting a large number of people in terms of gathering valuable information. There are two ways of doing online questionnaire: email questionnaire and web based questionnaire. Email questionnaire is not that effective and hard to reach a maximum number of participants. On the other hand web-based questionnaire can reach any region in the world, target a culture or a group...
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...MEASUREMENT SCALES PAPER; Measurement Scales Paper University of Phoenix MKT/441 In a questionnaire there are many types of scales used to obtain different forms of data. This all depends on which information the questionnaire is looking for exactly, but there are different ways of collecting the data and different types of scales needed for each answer. This paper is to help determine the differences between the ordinal scale, the nominal scale, Interval scale and the ratio scale. Also will be described is a few examples on each scale and a brief description of each scale. Ordinal Scales Ordinal scales are best described as a scale that can measure something like satisfaction. For instance, if someone had developed a new stove that was installed in peoples homes and wanted to know their satisfaction level with the stoves in measurements such as not satisfied, somewhat satisfied, or very satisfied based on various types of questions with the same three as answers, would classify as a ordinal scale. This type of research would be best used in a questionnaire when getting a general response from the people being questioned. This is could also be used as a 1-4 type scale where 1 is not satisfied and 4 being very satisfied. In a questionnaire a good example of an ordinal scale would be a recent visit to a doctors office in which customers are asked to answer questions based on their experiences. So some questions may be from 1 to 4 1 being did not enjoy, 4 being was...
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...care. The methodology is the overall approach you select to conduct your research – for example, whether you will use a scientist or social; science methodology. It includes the specific methods you will use and the literature search to contextualise your project within existing knowledge and understanding of the subject. Primary research involves seeking new knowledge that has not been previously published. The researcher gathers new data from participant or by examining objects, material or data in a different way from previous studies. Primary research in health and social care often involves gathering data from individuals. Surveys using questionnaires and interviews are commonly used techniques and participants may be users of services or members of the public. Secondary research is about finding out new information or understanding, a researcher needs to know what the existing information and understanding about the topic is, as published in books, journals and on the internet. Secondary research is essential for any research project. All researchers need to read widely around their subject of interest sp that they are aware not just of long-established knowledge but also of new knowledge that is emerging while they are doing their own research. Quantitative research involves numbers and measuring quantities or amounts. Scientific method often involves quantities data for example, measuring changes in the body’s physiology in laboratory analyse of blood or urine samples...
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...QUESTIONNAIRE DESIGN THE QUALITIES OF A GOOD QUESTIONNAIRE The design of a questionnaire will depend on whether the researcher wishes to collect exploratory information (i.e. qualitative information for the purposes of better understanding or the generation of hypotheses on a subject) or quantitative information (to test specific hypotheses that have previously been generated). Exploratory questionnaires: If the data to be collected is qualitative or is not to be statistically evaluated, it may be that no formal questionnaire is needed. For example, in interviewing the female head of the household to find out how decisions are made within the family when purchasing breakfast foodstuffs, a formal questionnaire may restrict the discussion and prevent a full exploration of the woman's views and processes. Instead one might prepare a brief guide, listing perhaps ten major open-ended questions, with appropriate probes/prompts listed under each. Formal standardised questionnaires: If the researcher is looking to test and quantify hypotheses and the data is to be analysed statistically, a formal standardised questionnaire is designed. Such questionnaires are generally characterised by: prescribed wording and order of questions, to ensure that each respondent receives the same stimuli prescribed definitions or explanations for each question, to ensure interviewers handle questions consistently and can answer respondents' requests for clarification if they occur prescribed...
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...satisfied |Survival Statistics | |or we will refund the entire purchase price. | | | |for just $29.95 | | |Order online and we'll email you instructions on how to | | |download the book. | | |Click Here To Order | Designing and Using Questionnaires This is the information age. More information has been published in the last decade than in all previous history. Everyone uses information to make decisions about the future. If our information is accurate, we have a high probability of making a good decision. If our information is inaccurate, our ability to make a correct decision is diminished. Better information usually leads to better decisions. Ways to Get Information There are six common ways to get information. These are: literature searches, talking with people, focus groups, personal interviews, telephone surveys, and mail surveys....
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...TANZANIA Directorate of Research, Consultancy and Postgraduate Studies Guidelines for Masters Students Drafting Questionnaires A questionnaire is a written instrument that is used to collect data. It asks a number of questions which research participants are invited to answer by writing their responses on the questionnaire. Questionnaire Objectives 1. To maximize the number of potential participants who complete the entire questionnaire. 2. To obtain accurate information. What to ask 1. The items in the questionnaire must yield data that answers the research questions. • Before starting to draft the questionnaire, write a list of all of the issues to be addressed. They might arise from reading the existing literature or from data collected in preliminary research – for example, from a focus group and/or a set of open-ended interviews. • Every issue in the research questions should be addressed by one or more items in the questionnaire. • The questionnaire should not ask questions about issues that are outside the scope of the research questions. 2. In addition to the questions addressing the research issue, demographic questions are included so the researcher can: • Describe the sample. • Assess the extent to which the sample is representative of the population being studied. Length The definition of the content influences the length of a questionnaire. If it is too short, there will be insufficient information to prepare the thesis. If it is too long, potential...
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...Questionnaire Design Rohit Vishal Kumar For Circulation to MBA 3rd Year Marketing Specialisation Class of 2003 August 2002 Abstract This article deals with the practicle problem of making a questionnaire. It points out the pitfalls, the common errors, methods and industry practises etc. Do not expect that your first questionnaire will come out trumps... Questionnaire design takes a lot of hard work, and work ... and re work before you can start mastering the arcane art. Use the article as a guide to what to do and what not to do, and ... start your work. I am sure you will not only understand the design of questionnaire better but also be able to design better questionnaire. As the outcome of the research is the report — I have included in Appendix A the outline that needs to be followed when writing a research report. The sample questionnaire used in the article is presented in Appendix B 1 Introduction Every stage of marketing research is important but the most important stage is the designing of questionnaire since if the questionnaire design is faulty then no amount of clever interviewing, analysis and interpretations can provide meaningful answers. Questionnaire is the basic research tool and can be defined as collection of a formalised set of questions — drawn up with the research problem in mind — used for obtaining information from the respondent for finding solutions to the research problem. The various steps in questionnaire design can be classified as follows:(i)...
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...the VARK Questionnaire will be explored as it relates to individual learning methods. The VARK questionnaire (Fleming, 2001) was chosen for two reasons, scores can be reached quickly and the provision of help sheets assists students to use their knowledge of learning styles. VARK stands for: visual, aura, read/write and kinesthetic. Fleming and Mills (1992) suggested four modalities that seemed to reflect the experiences of the students and teachers. Through the use of the VARK Questionnaire personal learning styles are predicted and suggestions are made as to which work best for each learner. Depending on the person, there may be one method that works particularly well or a mix of all of the methods may meet your individual needs. Multimodal learning indicates the learner prefers more than one style to retain information. The VARK Questionnaire provides a personal profile based on your results and suggestions to help when taking in new information. The personal learning profile report highlights your individual learning preferences and breaks down each category with suggested methods. Based on the personal learning profile received, it indicated the learner was multimodal. This indicates multiple preferences when taking in new information. The three highlighted preferences received were: Visual, Read/Write and Kinesthetic. Visual, meaning learning through the use of different formats designed to convey information. Diagrams, labeled charts and maps are all examples of the...
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...i IBM SPSS Data Collection Author 6.0.1 User’s Guide Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information under Notices on p. 376. This edition applies to IBM SPSS Data Collection Author 6.0.1 and to all subsequent releases and modifications until otherwise indicated in new editions. Adobe product screenshot(s) reprinted with permission from Adobe Systems Incorporated. Microsoft product screenshot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation. Licensed Materials - Property of IBM Licensed Materials - Property of IBM © Copyright IBM Corporation 2000, 2011 Licensed Materials - Property of IBM © Copyright IBM Corporation 2000, 2011 U.S. Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp. Preface Welcome to the IBM® SPSS® Data Collection Author 6.0.1 User’s Guide. This guide provides information on using the IBM® SPSS® Data Collection Author application. For information about installing the product, see the IBM SPSS Data Collection Desktop 6.0.1 Installation Guide. Adobe Portable Document Format (.pdf) versions of the guides are available on the IBM SPSS Data Collection Desktop 6.0.1 CD-ROM. Viewing and printing the documents requires Adobe Reader. If necessary, you can download it at no cost from www.adobe.com. Use the Adobe Reader online Help for answers to your questions regarding viewing and navigating the documents. Notice: IBM® SPSS® Data Collection...
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...Questionnaire design This Advice Sheet introduces you to the some of the basics of designing a good questionnaire. Many research projects and dissertations demand the collection of primary data from individuals. Questionnaires are often the best way of gathering such information and views. However, a badly designed questionnaire may get only unusable responses or none at all. This Advice Sheet offers guidance on avoiding the pitfalls, and ensuring a successful result. What do you want to know? 1 Maximise success …. 1 Who to ask …. 1 Clear instructions …. 2 Questions …. 2 Order & layout …. 3 Email vs Print .... 3 Piloting …. 4 Further reading …. 4 What do you want to know? Before you even write the first question, it is important that you have a very clear idea about what you want your questionnaire to achieve. Write down your research goals, and think about what information you need to elicit from respondents to meet those goals. Think also about how you are going to analyse each question to get the results you need. Remember there is a difference between things you need to know, and those it would be nice to know. Eliminate unnecessary lines of questioning at the planning stage. Maximise your chances of success The aim of questionnaire design is to a) get as many responses as you can that are b) usable and accurate. To maximise your response rate: • Give your questionnaire a short and meaningful title • Keep the questionnaire as short and succinct as possible • Offer...
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...observations to describe the status of characteristics of a situation or phenomenon” (Eggen & Kauchak, 2010, p. 15). Educators often use tests to answer achievement questions and assess instructional programs. Tests can also be used to compare external programs to obtain baseline measures of similarities and differences. Surveys can assess attitudes and feelings about programs or specific educational approaches. The results are used to shape program enhancements or changes to current practices. Observations are perhaps the most significant source of current status. Watching reactions, listening to interactions, observing expressive feelings, or seeing expressions of emotions are all ways observations can illustrate situational characteristics. For example, observing students taking a final exam can provide clues to the teacher about exam difficulty. Students exhibit visible signs of test difficulty or test ease through facial expressions or expressions of happiness or frustration. The non-verbal clues might be more relevant than questions asked after the test to...
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...self-administered questionnaire, which means it requires respondent to bear the responsibility to read and answer the questions by themselves. Questionnaires are adapted and modified from several journals in order to ensure higher validity. The purpose of doing so is because questionnaire developed by undergraduates have low validity if were to use in a research. The questionnaires will be given directly to the passengers in airport and it will take approximately around 10 to 15 minutes for a respondent to complete it. 3.4.1 Questionnaire Survey The predominant instrument used in this research is questionnaire survey. Zikmund (2003) stated that the benefits of using this survey technique...
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