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Assignment.

SOC 509

Student Name:

Student Ide:

“The effect of social media on

The Academic Performance of University Students.

Technique for this study. Justify your choice and outline the steps you would
take to im

*Part-I: Sampling Technique*

*1. Sampling Technique:* Stratified Random Sampling

*2. Justification (Why this technique is applied):*

Stratified Random Sampling is chosen for this study because:

- It ensures representation from diverse subgroups within the university


student population (e.g., different faculties, levels of study, age groups).

- Reduces sampling error and increases precision by controlling for relevant


variables.

- Allows for comparison of academic performance across different subgroups.

- Provides a more accurate representation of the population, enhancing


generalizability.

- Enables the researcher to examine the effect of social media on academic


performance within specific subgroups.

*3. Steps to apply Stratified Random Sampling:*

1. *Identify stratification variables*: Determine relevant subgroups within the


university student population (e.g., faculty, level of study, age).
2. *Obtain population data*: Collect data on the total number of students
within each stratum.

3. *Determine sample size*: Calculate the required sample size using


statistical power analysis or formulas.

4. *Randomly select participants*: Use random number generators or


software to select participants from each stratum.

5. *Verify representation*: Ensure that the sample accurately represents the


population’s stratification variables.

Part 2:

Data Collection and Bias Management*

*1. Data Collection Methods:*

- Online surveys (e.g., Google Forms, SurveyMonkey) to collect data on:

- Social media usage habits

- Academic performance (GPA, study habits)

- Demographic information

- Optional: Focus groups or interviews to gather more in-depth insights

*2. Potential Biases and Mitigation Strategies:*

1. *Self-selection bias*: Participants may self-select into the study, potentially


skewing results. Mitigation: Use random sampling and stratification to
minimize self-selection.

2. *Social desirability bias*: Participants may respond in a socially desirable


manner. Mitigation: Use anonymous surveys and ensure confidentiality.

3. *Non-response bias*: Participants may not respond or drop out. Mitigation:


Use reminders, incentives, and follow-up emails.

4. *Measurement bias*: Survey questions may be biased. Mitigation: Pilot-


test surveys, use validated instruments, and ensure question clarity.

*Additional Considerations:*
- Ensure Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval

- Maintain participant anonymity and confidentiality

- Use statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R) to analyze data

*References:*

1. Cochran, W. G. (1977). Sampling techniques. John Wiley & Sons.

2. Krejcie, R. V., & Morgan, D. W. (1970). Determining sample size for


research activities. Educational and Psychological Measurement, 30(3), 607-
610.

3. Bryman, A., & Bell, E. (2015). Business research methods. Oxford


University Press.

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