The State of Survey Methodology: Challenges, Dilemmas, and New Frontiers in the Era of the Tailored Design
Field Methods: (Formerly Cultural Anthropology Methods)
Published online on February 10, 2014
Abstract
In this overview, we discuss the current state of survey methodology in a form that is useful and informative to a general social science audience. The article covers existing challenges, dilemmas, and opportunities for survey researchers and social scientists. We draw on the most current research to articulate our points; however, we also speculate on both technological and cultural changes that currently influence or may soon affect the efficacy of different methodological choices.