Wk 3 – Survey Research and Data Collection Testing [due Mon]
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Prepare a 700- to 1,050-word paper describing survey research and data collection as they relate to criminal justice research. Address each of the following in your paper:
· Identify the various types of survey research utilized in the field of criminal justice.
· Explain the advantages and disadvantages of:
· In person surveys
· Telephone surveys
· Computer-based surveys
· Focus group surveys
· Describe the purpose of sampling as part of the research process.
· Identify the types of reliability and validity as they are applied to criminal justice research.
· Discuss the importance of ensuring that data collection methods and instruments are both reliable and valid.
Include at least four peer-reviewed references.
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.
Submit your assignment.
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