Survey sampling and estimation methods form the cornerstone of modern statistical inference, underpinning research across the social, medical, and natural sciences. At their heart, these methods ...

Sampling allows archaeologists to draw conclusions about a site or region using only a fraction of the area. Because excavation is destructive and funding is limited, leaving parts unexcavated can be ...

Note: This report was updated on Dec. 30, 2015 to reflect the January-July 2015 National Health Interview Survey estimates released on December 1, 2015. Telephone surveys face numerous challenges, but ...

Part One: The nature and process of social research ; Social research strategies ; Research designs ; Planning a research project and formulating research questions ; Getting started: Reviewing the ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...