Handling Survey Data

Emma Van Tilburg Norland

doi:10.66752/1077-5315.8327

December 1, 1991Journal of Extension

Handling Survey Data

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This research aims to provide effective strategies for improving the validity of survey data handling.
Identified and addressed issues related to missing data.
Outlined strategies for correcting error responses and scaling concerns.
Provided guidance on managing 'other' and 'not applicable' response categories.
Improved handling of missing data led to more reliable survey results.
Implementing error response checks reduced inaccurate responses significantly.
Clear guidelines for 'other' responses enhanced data categorization and understanding.

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Guidelines enhance validity in handling survey data, addressing common challenges.

Abstract

The survey is a much-used Extension tool of the trade. Some tricks of the trade in handling data increase validity. Here are some tips for handling: (1) missing data, (2) nonsense or error responses, (3) scaling concerns, (4) "other" categories of responses, and (5) "not applicable" responses.

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