Minimising bias and getting a good sample for your research
Our revised guidance shows you how to minimise bias in your research, so that you can report fair findings in an objective way.
Our aim at Healthwatch is to undertake fair research which isn’t influenced by personal views or preconceptions. This guidance outlines how you can identify and minimise bias in your research and how you can choose a good sample of participants for your research, so that you can report robust and reliable findings.
The guidance looks at:
- Different types of bias that can occur in research and how you can mitigate them.
- Different sampling methods that are available for quantitative and qualitative research. These are ordered starting with the most used and relevant to Healthwatch.
- Top tips on mitigating bias and planning research samples.
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Bias and sampling guidance