The internet has become a key arena of political debate, and fake news, bots, fabricated and manipulated content come with this trend. Initial evidence suggests that also online surveys are subject to politically motivated falsification. This research project focuses on identifying politically motivated survey falsification in existing online surveys and experimental settings. While online convenience sampling offers advantages, it introduces biases and threats to data accuracy. The visibility and accessibility of many online surveys might make them susceptible to political falsifications – a type of survey falsification with limited empirical findings available so far. The project aims to fill the knowledge gap by investigating undesirable survey participation and developing effective detection strategies. By analyzing previous survey data and collecting new data, quality indicators for detecting political falsification will be identified. The project’s outcomes are vital for enhancing the reliability and validity of online survey research, particularly in the context of politically motivated falsification.
Hybrid seminar:
Zoom details: https://essex-university.zoom.us/j/99294785755
Meeting ID: 992 9478 5755
Room: SSRC 2N2.4.08.
Presented by:
Zaza Zindel
Date & time:
4 Oct 2023 12:00 pm - 4 Oct 2023 13:00 pm
Venue:
Hybrid