Iowa State University Extension

Extension to Communities

Attitude Survey Approach

To Needs Assessment

Advantages
  1. Valid and reliable data
  2. Represents the attitudes of a broad range of individuals
  3. Can obtain information on behavior as well as opinions
Disadvantages
  1. May be more costly than other approaches - dollars and volunteer time
  2. Questionnaire construction is difficult
  3. Requires more technical skills than other approaches
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Extension programs are available to all without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability.
Questions or comments? Contact the Extension to Communities Secretary, lindaek@iastate.edu
last updated Thursday March 01 2001