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Measurement and Scaling Techniques in Research Methodology; Survey / Questionnaire Development

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  • Hamed Taherdoost

    (Hamta Group, Research Club (Research and Development Departement) | Hamta Group, Tablokar Co | Switchgear Manufacturer, Hamta Academy | Hamta Group)

Abstract

One of the important research tool is questionnaire. In order to develop a survey/questionnaire, first the researcher should decide how the data is measured to collect. Scaling is the branch of measurement that involves the construction of an instrument. There are a number of factors that should be considered to choose an appropriate scaling method in a questionnaire and which ones to use while analyzing data. This paper is summarizing the different types of scaling methods to provide a guideline for selection of scaling method for survey/questionnaire.

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  • Hamed Taherdoost, 2016. "Measurement and Scaling Techniques in Research Methodology; Survey / Questionnaire Development," Post-Print hal-02546801, HAL.
    • Handle: RePEc:hal:journl:hal-02546801
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    1. Hamed Taherdoost, 2019. "What Is the Best Response Scale for Survey and Questionnaire Design; Review of Different Lengths of Rating Scale / Attitude Scale / Likert Scale," Post-Print hal-02557308, HAL.
    2. Hamed Taherdoost, 2021. "Data Collection Methods and Tools for Research; A Step-by-Step Guide to Choose Data Collection Technique for Academic and Business Research Projects," Post-Print hal-03741847, HAL.
    3. Hamed Taherdoost, 2021. "Data Collection Methods and Tools for Research; A Step-by-Step Guide to Choose Data Collection Technique for Academic and Business Research Projects Authors," Post-Print hal-03741834, HAL.

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