Questionnaires (Research Instrument)

Questionnaires (Research Instrument)

1. Uses of the Questionnaire

   • - Social or academic surveys - Institutional evaluations - Market research - Educational or psychological research

2. Definition

   • A questionnaire is a data collection tool made up of a series of structured questions. It can be applied in written or digital form and is used to collect information from a group of people about a specific topic.

3. Types

   • Closed-ended: fixed responses, easy to analyze. - Open-ended: allow free and detailed responses. - Mixed: combine both open and closed questions.

4. Topics that can be investigated

   • - Personal opinions - Habits or behaviors - Satisfaction levels - Knowledge about a topic

5. Data Analysis

   • Closed-ended responses are analyzed using statistical tools. Open-ended responses require coding and categorization. Programs like Excel or SPSS can be used.

6. Limitations

   • Questions might be misunderstood - Risk of dishonest responses - Less depth than interviews - Requires clear and well-designed structure