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Learning Objectives

After completing this week’s work, you will be able to:

1. Identify how question wording can influence the construct validity of a survey.

2. Distinguish between the different ways questions can be worded: open-ended, forced-choice, and rating scales (e.g., Likert, semantic differential, visual analog).

3. Illustrate the ability to design a survey.

4. Identify ways to increase the construct validity of surveys.

5. Illustrate the ability to design an observational study.

6. Identify ways to increase the construct validity of observational research.

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Navigation Guide

_____ 1. Read Chapter 6 in your book.

_____ 2. Go over the Chapter 6 lectures. Take notes as you read and listen to the lectures.

_____ 3. Start the Chapter 6 Learning Activity by making an initial post on your group discussion board.

_____ 4. Complete the Chapter 6 InQuizitive assignment.

_____ 5. Complete the Chapter 6 Learning Activity.

Summary of Deadlines

Summary	Due Date	Possible Points to Earn
Chapter 6 Learning Activity: Initial Post on Your Group Discussion Board	Wednesday (March 6) 11:59 pm CST	.25 points
Chapter 6 InQuizitive Assignment	Friday (March 8) 11:59 pm CST	5 points
Chapter 6 Learning Activity: Final Project	Sunday (March 10) 11:59 pm CST	6.75 points

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