Designing Surveys

There is a lot of guidance on the internet, to help you develop a good survey. Start by looking at 'Mathsisfun'.
Take notes under the headings given on the page.
PS: Can you identify what genre of writing is used for he page?

You can also use the other sites listed here.

Groups and topics

Group 1

Phu, Saleh, Katie
"What is the difference in grocery buying habits between male and female students and teachers at ELI?"

Group 2

Uyen, Brent, Ahmad, Dhaval
"What is the difference in clothes buying habits between male and female students and teachers at ELI?"

Group 3

Summer, Son, Abdulaziz
"What is the difference in fast food / snack buying habits between male and female students and teachers at ELI?"

Group 4

Lofi, Luke, Aziz, Meshari
"What is the difference in money spent on sports and entertainment between male and female students and teachers at ELI?"


Types of Questionairre



Group 1

This is our summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the four different types of surveys

Types of Questionairre
Advantages
Disadvantage
Face to face
  • Easier to get people to answer
  • easier to understand
  • less expensive
  • can use body language
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  • Takes a long time
  • interviewee may be shy
  • may not get honest answers
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