Assignment:
Sampling Techniques
The generalizability of a research study is dictated by how well the sample represents the selected population. In the early stages of research design, the sample and requisite sample size need to be determined. In addition, how the selected population will be accessed must be considered. Without an adequate sample size, while the research may still be valid and informative, it is less likely that the results may be generalized to the larger population. When reading research reports, or conducting your own analysis, it is important not to over generalize research findings if the sample size does not warrant application of the findings to the larger population.
Consider the articles that you read for your literature review. Select one article and examine carefully the sampling procedures and then
generalizations made regarding the findings. With these thoughts in mind, respond to the following based on your selected article.
• What type of sampling technique was used? (Name the technique used)
• Are the conclusions of the article within the boundaries of the sample? Alternatively, have the authors generalized beyond the ability of the sample?
• Have the authors misused the sampling technique in any way and, if so, how?
• The article to used for this study is attached.
• Sample of similar article is attached for info only.
• APA FORMAT, Cite the article.