AUTHOR=Morris Phillip Allen , Thompson Elisa 

TITLE=Simulating surveys for graduate researcher development

JOURNAL=Frontiers in Research Metrics and Analytics

VOLUME=9

YEAR=2024

URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/research-metrics-and-analytics/articles/10.3389/frma.2024.1360333

DOI=10.3389/frma.2024.1360333

ISSN=2504-0537

ABSTRACT=<p>Recognizing the value of experiential education in social/behavioral science research training, we designed and offered a simulation of a survey research project for doctoral students in education. Through three phases of the project, from instrument design through scale investigation and quantitative analyses, students are developed as researchers in a realistic and authentic way. In this paper, we highlight the advantages, challenges, and outcomes from applying simulation methods within graduate research methods courses, with a specific focus on survey methodology and quantitative skill development.</p>