Pre-Survey Groundwork

Once the draft questionnaire is complete, it is time to prepare for the survey process. This involves two stages -

1. Sampling Design – The following are the steps to be followed for drafting a sampling design:

a. Define the population – population of interest or the target group

b. Select the unit of analysis - individuals, households, organizations

c. Identify subgroups in the population – on the basis of gender, literacy, economic status, etc.

d. Select the sample size – number of respondents to be included

e. Determine the sampling frame – to help identify all the members of the population, such that they have a chance of being sampled

f. Select proper sampling method – probability sampling methods being most ideal.

(for details go to Module 6 in the website www.citizenreportcard.com)

2. Training Programme – The following steps need to be followed for carrying out a Training Programme

a. Deciding on number of field staff required – depending on sample size, time taken to complete one questionnaire and timeline for carrying out the CRC survey

b. Organization of field staff – Field Coordinator, Field Supervisor and Field Investigator

c. Training of the field team – introductory briefing, mock interviews

During the course of the main survey, care needs to be taken to make sure that the sampling design is being followed along with quality checks – accompanied interviews, spot checks, back checks and final scrutiny of schedules.

(for details go to Module 7 in the website www.citizenreportcard.com)