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Internet research in an international context.

Marianne Baernholdt1, Sean P Clarke

  • 1School of Nursing, University of Virginia, P.O. Box 800782, Charlottesville, VA 22908, USA. baernholdt@virginia.edu

Applied Nursing Research : ANR
|February 4, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Electronic surveys offer a promising alternative to traditional mail surveys, but researchers must consider internet access, security, and language barriers. Careful planning ensures effective online data collection for broader reach.

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Area of Science:

  • Computer Science
  • Social Sciences
  • Research Methodology

Background:

  • Traditional mail surveys face limitations in reach and efficiency.
  • The rise of computers and the internet presents new opportunities for data collection.
  • Electronic surveys offer a potentially more efficient and cost-effective method for researchers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the practical and methodological considerations of using electronic surveys.
  • To compare electronic surveys with conventional mail surveys.
  • To highlight the potential benefits and challenges of internet-based research methods.

Main Methods:

  • Review of practical issues in electronic survey implementation.
  • Discussion of methodological challenges including internet access and survey mode (e-mail vs. web-based).

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  • Consideration of security and international research challenges such as language barriers.

    • Main Results:

    • Electronic surveys require careful consideration of the target population's internet access.
    • The choice between e-mail and web-based surveys depends on specific research contexts.
    • Internet security and language barriers are significant challenges in international electronic surveys.

    Conclusions:

    • Electronic surveys present a viable and promising alternative to mail surveys.
    • Addressing practical and methodological issues is crucial for successful electronic survey deployment.
    • Despite challenges, electronic surveys enhance research capabilities and reach.