SUMMARY 2: Instrumentation I ~ Questionnaires

In this summary, I will restate some terminologies of the instrumentation tools as presented by the second group.

Instrumentation
Instrumentation refers to the whole process of preparing to collect data which includes:
- Selection or design of the instruments
- Location
- Frequency
- Administration

Questionnaire
Questionnaire refers to a series of questions and other prompts questions for the purpose of gathering information from respondents.

Likert Scale
Likert Scale is used to measure the strength of an attitude or an opinion.
It provides an excellent means of gathering opinions and attitudes.

Rating Questions
Ratings are assigned solely on the basis of the score's absolute position within a range of possible values.


Advantages of using Questionnaires
1. Very cheap
2. Very close to 100% response
3. Can be distributed through email.


Disadvantages of using Questionnaires
1. Less honest response
2. Rush to complete