Questionnaires
Questionnaires
A Questionnaire (pronunciation: /ˌkwes.tʃəˈner/) is a research instrument consisting of a series of questions and other prompts for the purpose of gathering information from respondents. The term originates from the French word "questionnaire", which was first used in the 17th century.
Etymology
The term "Questionnaire" is derived from the French word "questionnaire", which means "a list of questions". The term was first used in English in the late 19th century.
Types of Questionnaires
There are several types of questionnaires, including:
- Structured Questionnaires: These have a formalized, standardized format with a set of questions that the respondent answers in a pre-determined order.
- Unstructured Questionnaires: These are more like a 'guided conversation', and are more flexible.
- Semi-Structured Questionnaires: These have a mix of structured and unstructured questions.
Uses of Questionnaires
Questionnaires are used in various fields, including:
- Market Research: To gather information about consumer preferences and behavior.
- Medical Research: To gather information about health behaviors, symptoms, and outcomes.
- Psychology: To gather information about attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors.
- Education: To gather information about student learning and teacher effectiveness.
Related Terms
- Survey: A method of gathering information from a sample of individuals.
- Interview: A conversation where questions are asked and answers are given.
- Census: The procedure of systematically acquiring and recording information about the members of a given population.
- Poll: A type of survey or questionnaire where a sample of respondents answer questions.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Questionnaires
- Wikipedia's article - Questionnaires
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