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Wk 3 - Survey Research and Data Collection Testing [due Mon]

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Prepare a 700- to 1,050-word paper describing survey research and data collection as they relate to criminal justice research. Address each of the following in your paper:

· Identify the various types of survey research utilized in the field of criminal justice.

· Explain the advantages and disadvantages of:

· In person surveys

· Telephone surveys

· Computer-based surveys

· Focus group surveys

· Describe the purpose of sampling as part of the research process.

· Identify the types of reliability and validity as they are applied to criminal justice research.

· Discuss the importance of ensuring that data collection methods and instruments are both reliable and valid.

Include at least four peer-reviewed references.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Submit your assignment.

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