A communication survey collects self-reports about specified constructs from a defined population. Its design connects decisions, questions, response formats, sampling, and analysis, with cognitive testing and fieldwork controls. Coverage, nonresponse, mode, and context shape interpretation, so results require further evidence before reported patterns explain the underlying communication system.
- FamilyTool
- CategoryResearch & Analysis Methods
- DomainEvidence & Evaluation
What these mean
Editorial orientation · Family
Tool
In this series, Tool names the editorial family primarily used to act on, examine, measure or organize communication. It includes instruments, methods, practices, protocols, codes and institutional arrangements. Membership does not certify effectiveness, portability or safe use in every setting.
Editorial orientation · Category
Research & Analysis Methods
Establishes procedures for collecting, coding, comparing or interpreting information for inquiry or analysis. Its contribution is a defensible route from observations or materials to an account, finding or interpretation.