Name-Based Cluster Sampling

An innovative method is proposed for generating valid national samples of online e-mail addresses that are proportionate to the population. Although multistage cluster sampling is not new, this particular application using first names and/or surnames has not been previously published or presented. This article outlines the method in detail and presents a number of advantages over other forms of samples. Limitations are also discussed.

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Year of publication:	2009
Authors:	Ferguson, Douglas A.
Published in:	Sociological Methods & Research. - Vol. 37.2009, 4, p. 590-598
Subject:	name-based cluster sampling \| social networks \| Facebook

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Type of publication:	Article
Source:	RePEc - Research Papers in Economics

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