When Less Is More in Boosting Survey Response Rates*

Conn, Katharine M.; Mo, Cecilia Hyunjung; Sellers, Laura M.

doi:10.1111/ssqu.12625

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“…In the quantitative component of the study, 57 participants responded to the survey, which represents 17% of the sample pool of 326 people. However, this result is consistent with a typical noncompensated survey response rate (10%-15%) [34]. Future studies should expand the survey to a larger membership body to increase the number of respondents.…”

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Current and Future Trends in Life Sciences Training: Questionnaire Study

2020

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Background Every year, the life science field spends billions of dollars on educational activities worldwide. The continuing professional development of employees, especially in this field, encompasses great challenges. Emerging technologies appear to offer opportunity, but relatively little research has been done on the effectiveness of pedagogies and tools that have been used in the life sciences, and even less research has been devoted to understanding the potential power of emerging options that might determine the field’s future. Objective In collaboration with the Life Sciences Trainers & Educators Network (LTEN), this study investigated the current state of the pedagogies and tools currently adopted by corporate training professionals in the life sciences as well as the professionals’ perceptions of the impacts of emerging technologies on training. Methods This study adopted a mixed methods approach that included a survey and a follow-up interview. The survey consists of 18 broad questions with 15 subquestions in each of the five specific sectors of the life sciences field. Interviews were conducted by phone and lasted approximately 40 minutes, covering 18 questions designed to follow-up on findings from the survey items. Results Both survey and interview results indicated that the professionals were not satisfied with the status quo and that training and education in this field need to change. Most of the techniques and tools currently used have been used for some time. The professionals surveyed were not satisfied with the current techniques and tools and did not find them cost-effective. In addition, the respondents pictured the future of training in this field to be more engaging and effective. Conclusions This is the first study in a series designed to better understand education and training in the life sciences on a macro level, in order to build a foundation for progress and evolution of the future landscape. Next steps involve developing strategies for how to extend this vision throughout individual organizations.

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Current and Future Trends in Life Sciences Training: Questionnaire Study

2020

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“…However, given the impacts of COVID-19, participant incentives were raised to $50 with approval from the IRB. Modifications to participant incentives at time-point 2 also offered a $100 charitable donation that, in combination with an option to obtain the $50 gift card, was expected to increase participation from health care leaders (Conn et al, 2019;Parkinson et al, 2019). A full description of procedures are described elsewhere .…”

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"We've got to somehow get the energy in a community that's already exhausted:" Motivations to engage in community-academic partnerships from Flint community leaders’ perspectives

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Saucedo²

2022

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Community engagement and partnerships are at the core of public health (Nguyen et al., 2021; Robillard et al., 2022). To address long-standing disparities among marginalized populations and communities of color, there is an urgent need to partner with community members and community-based organizations (CBOs) to co-create public health programs. The current paper focuses on community-academic partnerships (CAPs)—one strategy for engaging in community partnerships that can increase the capacity and implementation of public health practices. While impactful in practice, little is known about community partners’ perspectives on motivations for joining and continuing to participate with CAPs as compared to academic partners. The current study applies a case study approach using mixed methods to examine motivations to join and continue to participate in a CAP designed to advance health equity in Flint, Michigan. A sequential mixed-methods design was utilized to collect the breadth and depth of motivating factors, capturing a more comprehensive understanding of partner perspectives. Motivating factors were examined using survey data and qualitative interviews to identify key motivations to initiate at time-point 1 and to sustain engagement at time-point 2. Quantitative results highlighted motivating factors related to opportunities to collaborate with other agencies with shared philosophies, having shared values and mission in advancing health equity, and accessible opportunities to network across with such agencies. Qualitative findings expand on these responses, illustrating how community partners, in particular, recognized the need for collective action to overcome challenges in their community and the need for developing processes that could sustain long-term outcomes in Flint by accessing and leveraging resources (that would otherwise be unavailable) through academic partners. Findings from the study can be used to improve partnership dynamics in community practice.

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“…In addition, we will also reach subjects at universities, health clinics, and community centres by using posters and/or emails and invite them to disseminate our survey to their friends and family members. To enhance the participation rate, 30 for each completed questionnaire, HK$1 (equivalently, US$0.13) will be donated to the Red Cross in the respondent’s region.…”

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International survey for assessing COVID-19’s impact on fear and health: study protocol

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IntroductionCOVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2, has been one of the most highly contagious and rapidly spreading virus outbreak. The pandemic not only has catastrophic impacts on physical health and economy around the world, but also the psychological well-being of individuals, communities and society. The psychological and social impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic internationally have not been well described. There is a lack of international study assessing health-related impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, especially on the degree to which individuals are fearful of the pandemic. Therefore, this study aims to (1) assess the health-related impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in community-dwelling individuals around the world; (2) determine the extent various communities are fearful of COVID-19 and (3) identify perceived needs of the population to prepare for potential future pandemics.Methods and analysisThis global study involves 30 countries. For each country, we target at least 500 subjects aged 18 years or above. The questionnaires will be available online and in local languages. The questionnaires include assessment of the health impacts of COVID-19, perceived importance of future preparation for the pandemic, fear, lifestyles, sociodemographics, COVID-19-related knowledge, e-health literacy, out-of-control scale and the Patient Health Questionnaire-4. Descriptive statistics will be used to describe participants’ characteristics, perceptions on the health-related impacts of COVID-19, fear, anxiety and depression, lifestyles, COVID-19 knowledge, e-health literacy and other measures. Univariable and multivariable regression models will be used to assess the associations of covariates on the outcomes.Ethics and disseminationThe study has been reviewed and approved by the local ethics committees in participating countries, where local ethics approval is needed. The results will be actively disseminated. This study aims to map an international perspective and comparison for future preparation in a pandemic.

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When Less Is More in Boosting Survey Response Rates*

Cited by 21 publications

References 24 publications

Current and Future Trends in Life Sciences Training: Questionnaire Study

Current and Future Trends in Life Sciences Training: Questionnaire Study

"We've got to somehow get the energy in a community that's already exhausted:" Motivations to engage in community-academic partnerships from Flint community leaders’ perspectives

International survey for assessing COVID-19’s impact on fear and health: study protocol

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