Alignment with Research Objectives
- Each question directly relates to at least one research objective
- All research objectives are addressed by the questionnaire
- No extraneous questions that don’t contribute to the research goals
Question Relevance and Specificity
- Questions are specific enough to gather precise data
- Questions are relevant to the target population
- Questions capture the intended constructs or variables
Comprehensiveness
- All key aspects of the research topic are covered
- Sufficient depth is achieved in exploring complex topics
- No critical areas of inquiry are omitted
Logical Flow and Structure
- Questions are organized in a logical sequence
- Related questions are grouped together
- The questionnaire progresses from general to specific topics (if applicable)
Data Quality and Usability
- Questions will yield data in the format needed for analysis
- Response options are appropriate for the intended statistical analyses
- Questions avoid double-barreled or compound issues
Respondent Engagement
- Questions are engaging and maintain respondent interest
- Survey length is appropriate to avoid fatigue or dropout
- Sensitive questions are appropriately placed and worded
Clarity and Comprehension
- Questions are easily understood by the target population
- Technical terms or jargon are defined if necessary
- Instructions are clear and unambiguous
Bias Mitigation
- Questions are neutrally worded to avoid leading respondents
- Response options are balanced and unbiased
- Social desirability bias is minimized in sensitive topics
Measurement Precision
- Scales used are appropriate for measuring the constructs
- Sufficient response options are provided for nuanced data collection
- Questions capture the required level of detail
Validity Checks
- Includes items to check for internal consistency (if applicable)
- Contains control or validation questions to ensure data quality
- Allows for cross-verification of key information
Adaptability and Flexibility
- Questions allow for unexpected or diverse responses
- Open-ended questions are included where appropriate for rich data
- Skip logic is properly implemented for relevant subgroups
Actionability of Results
- Data collected will lead to actionable insights
- Questions address both current state and potential future states
- Results will inform decision-making related to research goals
Ethical Considerations
- Questions respect respondent privacy and sensitivity
- The questionnaire adheres to ethical guidelines in research
- Consent and confidentiality are appropriately addressed