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Dalecki, Michael G. And Others – Journal of the Community Development Society, 1988
This paper examines the potential for sample bias if the number of followup mailings in a survey is reduced. The results indicate that initial respondents differ from laggard respondents on five demographic characteristics, but differences diminish between early and late laggard respondents. Multiple mailings are necessary to improve the quality…
Descriptors: Community Development, Data Collection, Research Methodology, Sample Size
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Schriner, Kay Fletcher; Fawcett, Stephen B. – Journal of the Community Development Society, 1988
Describes the Community Concerns Report method for identifying local strengths, problems, and ideas for improving conditions. Presents an alternative to needs assessment and community survey techniques. (JOW)
Descriptors: Community Attitudes, Community Development, Community Satisfaction, Data Collection
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Bakker, J. I. (Hans) – Journal of the Community Development Society, 1985
In this article, some of the constraints to the design of a feasible integrated, rural community development project in an isolated Third World setting are considered. Constraints to data gathering are considered in terms of reliability, validity, and multidisciplinary team work. (Author/CT)
Descriptors: Community Development, Data Collection, Developing Nations, Goal Orientation