Sampling Flashcards

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What are the 2 types of random sampling?

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1- Systematic random sampling
2- Stratified random sampling

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What are the 5 types of non-random sampling?

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1- Quota sampling
2- Purposive sampling
3- Opportunity sampling
4- Snowball sampling
5- Volunteer sampling

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What is systematic random sampling?

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A list of the entire population is produced. A number is chosen at random 1-10 and every nth number is selected- continued until sampling frame is complete

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What is stratified random sampling?

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Population is divided into different sampling frames (e.g. age, gender, social class). Systematic sampling is then used to select sampling frame

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What is quota sampling?

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Population divided into different sampling frames, and researcher goes out looking for the right number of people to fill the quota

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What is purposive sampling?

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Researcher chooses individuals that fit the nature of the research study

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What is opportunity sampling?

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Making the most of the situation in which the research population is likely to be found

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What is snowball sampling?

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Finding and interviewing an individual who fits the research needs and asking them to suggest someone else to participate

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What is volunteer sampling

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Sociologists place out an advert, asking for volunteers to participate in the study

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