Next we'll do an exploratory learning activity, to help you understand the concepts for today.

Many people write bad survey items, and it can sometimes be clear what's wrong with them if you think about it a bit. So before we go over common problems with survey items, let's see if you can figure out some of them for yourself.

You will see 10 hypothetical survey items. See if you can find the problem with at least6 of them.Describe what you think is the problem with each item in the space below the item.Do NOT actually answer the survey questions; describe what is wrong with the items.

1. Do you disagree with not exercising at least 3 times per week?

1. yes
2. no

2. How would you rate UofL compared to other universities?

1. Good
2. Great
3. Amazing
4. Unparalleled

3. Fatal plane crashes occur more than you are led to believe by the media.How comfortable are you flying?

4. How many credit hours do you take in an average semester?

1. 17 or less
2. 18 - 19
3. 20 or more

5. Are you social?

6. According to the APA, women appear more tipsy than males when drinking. Do you agree?

7. How many hours per day do you watch tv?

1. 0-2
2. 2-4
3. 4-6
4. 8-10
5. 10+ Do you like the Cardinal as the UofL mascot, or would you rather have another mascot? Did you find Dr. Coleman's fourth slide of the day confusing? My study habits are conditioned by negative reinforcement.
6. Strongly disagree
7. Disagree
8. Neutral
9. Agree
10. Strongly Agree