Glossary Term

Sampling Frame

The list or set of units (schools, classrooms, students) from which a sample is drawn.

A sampling frame is the list of eligible units (e.g., schools, classrooms, students) from which participants are selected. Clear frames help avoid bias and support transparent reporting.

Define inclusion/exclusion rules upfront and consider practical constraints (device access, scheduling) when planning Puppet Interview administrations.

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Convenience Sampling · Random Sampling

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