The Problem of Nonresponse in Survey Research.

Aiken, Lewis R.

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Publication Date: 1988

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The Problem of Nonresponse in Survey Research.

Aiken, Lewis R.

Journal of Experimental Education, v56 n3 p116-19 Spr 1988

Several statistical rational and empirical procedures are presented for dealing with the problems of non-response or low return rates in surveys, namely mail surveys. Advantages and shortcomings of these procedures in educational research are discussed. (SLD)

Descriptors: Data Collection, Educational Research, Mail Surveys, Response Style (Tests), Sample Size, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Bias, Surveys, Testing Problems

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Language: English

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