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An Introduction to Audit Studies in the Social Sciences

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  • Gaddis, S. Michael

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An audit study is a specific type of field experiment primarily used to test for discriminatory behavior when survey and interview questions induce social desirability bias. In this chapter, I first review the language and definitions related to audit studies and encourage adoption of a common language. I then discuss why researchers use the audit method as well as when researchers can and should use this method. Next, I give an overview of the history of audit studies, focusing on major developments and changes in the overall body of work. Finally, I discuss the limitations of correspondence audits and provide some thoughts on future directions.

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  • Gaddis, S. Michael, 2018. "An Introduction to Audit Studies in the Social Sciences," SocArXiv e5hfc_v1, Center for Open Science.
    • Handle: RePEc:osf:socarx:e5hfc_v1
    DOI: 10.31219/osf.io/e5hfc_v1
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