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Data collection techniques: mail questionnaires

R N Zelnio

    American Journal of Hospital Pharmacy
    |August 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Effective questionnaire design and administration are crucial for gathering reliable data cost-effectively. Careful consideration of survey elements ensures the usefulness and validity of research findings.

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    Area of Science:

    • Social Sciences
    • Health Research Methodology

    Background:

    • Mail questionnaires are a cost-effective method for collecting extensive data.
    • The effectiveness of questionnaire surveys is influenced by numerous design and administration factors.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review key aspects of questionnaire use, construction, content, wording, administration, and pretesting.
    • To highlight factors influencing the effectiveness of questionnaire surveys.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of literature and best practices in questionnaire design.
    • Analysis of elements impacting survey effectiveness, including pre-contact, follow-up, cover letters, question sequence, appearance, and length.
    • Consideration of question types based on desired measurement level and respondent comprehension.

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    Main Results:

    • Mail questionnaires offer a low-cost method for large-scale data collection.
    • Survey effectiveness is contingent upon meticulous attention to detail in questionnaire construction and administration.
    • Pretesting with a small sample group is essential for identifying and rectifying potential issues.

    Conclusions:

    • Optimizing questionnaire design and administration is vital for maximizing data quality and research utility.
    • Careful planning and pretesting are indispensable steps in developing effective survey instruments.