Quantitative Research - Sample and Setting

A collection of vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts related to quantitative research, sampling methods, and study settings.

Population

The entire group of individuals or instances about whom we hope to learn.

Target Sample

The specific group of individuals the researcher is interested in studying.

Accessible Sample

The portion of the target population that can be reached or measured by the researcher.

Nonprobability Sampling

Sampling methods where not every individual has a known chance of being selected.

Probability Sampling

Sampling methods where every individual has a known chance of being selected.

Convenience Sampling

A nonprobability sampling technique that involves selecting subjects who are easy to reach.

Quota Sampling

A nonprobability sampling method where the researcher ensures equal representation of various subgroups.

Consecutive Sampling

A nonprobability sampling method where subjects are selected in a sequence over a period of time.

Purposive Sampling

A nonprobability sampling method where subjects are selected based on specific characteristics.

Simple Probability Sampling

A probability sampling method where every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected.

Stratified Probability Sampling

A probability sampling technique that divides the population into strata and samples from each strata.

Systematic Sampling

A probability sampling method where every nth individual is selected from a list.

Sample Size

The number of subjects included in a study.

Attrition

The loss of participants from a study over time.

Setting

The environment or location where a study takes place.

Laboratory Setting

Controlled environment where experiments are conducted.

Real Setting

Natural environment outside of a laboratory where real-world findings are applied.

Critiquing a Quantitative Sample & Setting

Evaluating the sampling strategy, sample representation, number of subjects, and appropriateness of the setting in a study.