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From Zero to a National Data Set in 2 Weeks: Reflections on a COVID-19 Collaborative Survey Project
Eszter Hargittai1, Minh Hao Nguyen1, Jaelle Fuchs1
1University of Zurich, Switzerland.
Social Media + Society
|June 30, 2021
Summary
Researchers surveyed individuals about their experiences during the early COVID-19 pandemic lockdown. This study details the motivations, methods, and lessons learned from conducting this public health research during unprecedented times.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Psychology
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated global lockdowns in March 2020.
- Rapid societal changes prompted a need to understand public experiences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate how individuals experienced the initial phase of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- To document the methodology and motivations behind a timely public health survey.
- To share practical insights for future research conducted during crises.
Main Methods:
- A survey study was designed and implemented one week after the onset of lockdown.
- The study focused on qualitative and quantitative data collection regarding pandemic experiences.
Main Results:
- The study captured immediate public reactions and adaptations to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Findings provide a snapshot of life under lockdown conditions.
Conclusions:
- Understanding public experiences during pandemics is crucial for effective public health response.
- The study offers a methodological framework for rapid research during global health events.
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