Questionnaire Construction for Educational Research: Approaches and Challenges

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to examine the different segments of questionnaire used as an instrument in educational research. The paper begins with the introduction followed by the research problem and the objectives of the research. The significance of the research was highlighted. Questionnaire construction process and test development validation were adequately captured. The types of information to be gathered from the questionnaire (background and demographic data, behavioral reports, attitudes and opinions, were adequately substantiated. The concept and the types of questionnaire (open and close-ended response format, common response format, dichotomous scales, rating scale and semantic differential scales) were also elucidated. Lastly, common mistakes in questionnaire construction were outlined. Conclusion and recommendation were provided.