EXSS 180 (exam 2) measuring subjective experiences

qualitative interview

This means collecting detailed answers instead of just numbers. It helps understand people’s thoughts and feelings more deeply.

likert scales

These are rating scales, like from 1 to 5, where 1 might mean "strongly disagree" and 5 means "strongly agree." People use these to show their level of agreement or feelings about a topic.

open ended survey questions

hese are questions that let people answer however they want, instead of choosing from a list of options. For example, "How do you feel about your job?" instead of "Do you like your job? Yes or No."

previously validated scales

These are surveys that have been tested before and are known to give reliable results. They help compare answers across different studies.

focus groups

A small group of people talk together about a topic while a researcher listens. This helps gather different opinions and discussions.

other self reported data

Any other way people describe their own experiences, such as writing journals, filling out diaries, or using mobile apps to track their feelings.