Design an open-ended survey that effectively captures qualitative data.

 

 

 

Implement the survey and collect responses from participants. 
Code and analyze survey responses using qualitative data analysis techniques. 
Reflect on the process and discuss challenges and insights gained from the experience. 
Overview 
This assignment involves designing, implementing, and coding an open-ended survey to explore a specific research question. Through this process, you will gain hands-on experience with qualitative data collection and analysis techniques. You will develop skills in creating effective survey questions, administering the survey, and coding responses for thematic analysis. 
Action Items
1. Survey Design (Week 3)
Select one of the scenarios below and identify a specific research question based on the information provided in the scenario. Ensure that the question is suitable for qualitative inquiry.
Develop a set of clear, unbiased, open-ended questions that align with your research question and elicit detailed responses.
Seek feedback from two individuals and modify your survey instrument as appropriate.
Scenarios:
Your research will explore how different leadership styles influence employee performance and overall organizational success. Your research will focus on identifying various leadership styles, understanding their impact on employee motivation and productivity, and analyzing how these styles contribute to achieving organizational goals.

 

Sample Answer

 

 

 

 

 

 

Based on the scenario regarding leadership styles and organizational success, I have developed a qualitative research framework, survey instrument, and analysis plan.

1. Research Question

"How do employees perceive the relationship between their manager’s specific leadership behaviors and their own intrinsic motivation to achieve organizational goals?"

Qualitative Survey Instrument

These open-ended questions are designed to elicit narrative responses that can be coded for themes.

Q1: Describe a specific instance where your supervisor’s leadership style made you feel particularly motivated to work toward a company goal. What did they do or say?

Q2: Conversely, describe a situation where a leadership behavior hindered your productivity. How did you react to that behavior?

Q3: In your own words, how would you describe your manager’s "default" approach to leading the team?