Sampling Techniques in Educational Research
Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of various sampling techniques commonly used in educational research. These techniques are essential for selecting a representative sample from a population to ensure accurate and reliable data collection. Let's test your knowledge and skills in this area. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
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Tags: educational research sampling techniques probability sampling non-probability sampling |
Which sampling technique involves randomly selecting a certain number of participants from a population?
In systematic sampling, the researcher selects participants based on a fixed interval from a list or frame.
Stratified sampling involves dividing the population into subgroups and selecting participants from each subgroup.
Cluster sampling is a probability sampling technique where the researcher selects a group of participants from a population and then selects all members of that group.
Convenience sampling is a non-probability sampling technique where participants are selected based on their accessibility or convenience.
Purposive sampling is a non-probability sampling technique where participants are selected based on their specific characteristics or expertise.
Snowball sampling is a non-probability sampling technique where participants are recruited through referrals from other participants.
Quota sampling is a non-probability sampling technique where participants are selected to match the characteristics of the population in terms of specific variables.
Which sampling technique is most appropriate when the population is large and widely dispersed?
Which sampling technique is most appropriate when the population is small and homogeneous?
Which sampling technique is most appropriate when the researcher wants to ensure that specific subgroups are adequately represented in the sample?
Which sampling technique is most appropriate when the researcher wants to collect data from a specific group of individuals who share common characteristics?
Which sampling technique is most appropriate when the researcher wants to collect data from a large population quickly and economically?
Which sampling technique is most appropriate when the researcher wants to collect data from a population that is difficult to access or identify?
Which sampling technique is most appropriate when the researcher wants to collect data from a population that is spread over a large geographic area?