utvalgsbaserte

Utvalgsbaserte is a Norwegian adjective describing something that is based on an utvalg. The term has two main senses depending on context: in governance, policy, and evaluation, it commonly refers to processes or decisions shaped by a committee or panel (utvalg). In statistics and research, it refers to methods that rely on a sample (utvalg) of a larger population rather than the entire population.

In statistics and research, utvalgsbasert means that data or conclusions are drawn from a subset of observations rather than the full population. An utvalgsbasert estimasjon uses information from a sample to infer population characteristics. Advantages include lower cost and faster data collection; disadvantages include sampling error and potential bias. Common sampling methods include simple random sampling, stratified sampling, and cluster sampling.

In governance and public administration, utvalgsbaserte beslutninger or utredninger are produced by one or more committees or expert panels. This approach aims to incorporate diverse expertise, enhance legitimacy, transparency, and accountability, and ensure stakeholder representation. Typical features include a defined mandate, deliberation among members, possible public consultation, and published reports. Criticisms can include slower decision-making, potential conflicts of interest, and the risk of groupthink or partisan influence.

Etymology and usage notes: the term combines utvalg (committee/panel or sample) with basert (based), yielding the adjective utvalgsbasert or utvalgsbaserte. The intended meaning is determined by context, so both committee-based and sample-based interpretations are common in Norwegian usage.