Increasing Survey Data Quality Using Screening Validity Questions

Authors

Lucas Schalewski, University of Arizona
Jamie Utt, University of Arizona
Bryant Valant, University of Arizona

Publication Date

September 2018

DOI

https://doi.org/10.25774/7gcx-6173

First Page

18

Last Page

28

Abstract

Self-report surveys are used frequently in fraternity organizations to collect information from students. A lack of thoughtful or truthful answers on survey instruments threatens the validity of results. The current study evaluates if identifying and omitting invalid responders using screening validity questions improves data quality on two scales among fraternity men: the Illinois Rape Myth Acceptance and the Conformity to Masculinity Norms Inventory. Results indicate invalid responders bias results suggesting using screen validity questions improves data quality. This strategy can help fraternity professionals ensure their programming responds more closely to their member perceptions, attitudes, and experiences.

Recommended Citation

Schalewski, Lucas; Utt, Jamie; and Valant, Bryant (2018) "Increasing Survey Data Quality Using Screening Validity Questions," Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice: Vol. 13: Iss. 2, Article 4.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.25774/7gcx-6173
Available at: https://scholarworks.wm.edu/oracle/vol13/iss2/4