Spørreskjemaet

Spørreskjemaet is the Norwegian term for a questionnaire, a structured instrument used to collect information from individuals. It typically comprises a set of questions, often accompanied by instructions and response options, and may include demographic items. Spørreskjemaet is widely used across fields such as social science, public administration, health, education, and market research.

The format of a spørreskjema can be paper-based or digital. Questions are commonly closed-ended, including binary, multiple choice, and Likert-scale items, but open-ended questions are also used to capture more nuanced responses. Modern implementations often employ skip logic and data validation to improve relevance and data quality. Design considerations focus on clarity, neutrality, and avoiding bias in question wording and response options. Pilot testing and pretests are common to identify ambiguities and ensure reliability and validity. Translation and cultural adaptation may be necessary in multilingual or cross-cultural contexts.

Ethical and legal aspects are important in the use of spørreskjemaet. Collecting personal data typically requires informed consent, and researchers must comply with data protection regulations such as the GDPR. Data should be stored securely, anonymized when possible, and retained only as long as necessary for the stated purpose.

Data from a spørreskjema is analyzed to produce descriptive statistics, inferential conclusions, or evaluative insights, and can inform research findings, policy decisions, program evaluations, or product development. Related terms include survey research, questionnaire design, and online surveys.