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Sampling Techniques

Sampling technique refers to the method or strategy researchers use to select a subset of
individuals from a larger population for their study. This smaller group, called a sample,
represents the entire population, allowing researchers to make inferences or generalizations
about the whole group without needing to study everyone.
Importance of Sampling Technique:
1. Efficiency: Sampling allows researchers to gather data more quickly and with fewer resources
than surveying an entire population, making research more manageable and cost-effective.
2. Representativeness: Using appropriate sampling techniques ensures that the sample
accurately reflects the characteristics of the overall population, enhancing the reliability and
validity of the study results.
3. Feasibility: Studying an entire population is often impractical, especially when dealing with
large groups or geographically dispersed individuals. Sampling makes data collection feasible
and practical.
4. Generalizability: A well-chosen sample allows researchers to generalize their findings to the
entire population, provided that the sampling technique minimizes bias.
5. Focus: Sampling enables researchers to target specific subgroups or characteristics within a
population for more detailed or specialized studies.

Common Sampling Techniques


1. Simple Random Sampling
 Definition: Each member of the population has an equal chance of being selected. This
method is unbiased and helps ensure that the sample represents the entire population.
 Example: Using a random number generator to select participants from a list.
2. Stratified Sampling
 Definition: The population is divided into subgroups (strata) based on shared characteristics,
and random samples are drawn from each subgroup proportionally.
 Example: Dividing a city’s population by age group and then sampling randomly from each
group.
3. Cluster Sampling
 Definition: The population is divided into clusters (e.g., schools or neighborhoods), and entire
clusters are randomly selected for the study. Data is collected from every member within
selected clusters.
 Example: Selecting schools randomly in a city and surveying all students in those schools.
4. Systematic Sampling
 Definition: A starting point is chosen randomly, and then every kth member of the population is
selected. The value of k is determined by dividing the population size by the desired sample
size.
 Example: Choosing every 10th person on a list after randomly selecting a starting point.
5. Convenience Sampling
 Definition: Participants are selected based on their availability and ease of access. This is
often used when time and resources are limited but may lead to biased results.
 Example: Surveying people at a local mall because they are easy to reach.
6. Purposive (Judgmental) Sampling
 Definition: Participants are selected based on specific characteristics or criteria relevant to the
research question. The researcher uses their judgment to choose participants who are most
suitable.
 Example: Selecting expert doctors for a study on rare medical treatments.
7. Snowball Sampling
 Definition: Existing study participants recruit future participants from among their
acquaintances. This method is useful for hard-to-reach or hidden populations.
 Example: Asking participants in a study on substance abuse to refer others they know.
8. Quota Sampling
 Definition: The population is divided into subgroups, and participants are selected non-
randomly until a predetermined quota for each subgroup is met.
 Example: Interviewing a certain number of men and women to ensure gender balance in the
sample.
9. Multistage Sampling
 Definition: A combination of sampling methods, typically involving selecting clusters first and
then using random or systematic sampling within those clusters.
 Example: Randomly selecting states, then cities within those states, and finally residents from
those cities.
10. Panel Sampling
 Definition: Participants are chosen and followed over time, participating in multiple rounds of
data collection. This is common in longitudinal studies.
 Example: Selecting a group of families to track their health over five years

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