LSIC Research Survey

This assessment matrix aims to systematically evaluate researchers' statistical knowledge, ethical competencies, and skills specific to LSIC research.

1. Research Role & Background

Primary Role(s) with LSIC Data

Statistical Training Background (Select all that apply)

Formal university statistics coursework Professional development/workshops Self-taught/independent learning Mentored research experience Teaching experience

Methodological Background

Primarily quantitative Primarily qualitative Mixed methods

2. Statistical Experience Assessment

Rate your confidence in each area (1 = Limited/No Experience, 5 = Expert Level)

Descriptive Statistics

Interpreting basic statistical results

Evaluating normality assumptions

Understanding standard deviations

Analyzing distributions

Working with z-scores

Significance Testing & Effect Sizes

Understanding p-values

Interpreting effect sizes

Distinguishing statistical vs practical significance

Computing power analyses

Evaluating sample size requirements

Advanced Statistical Methods

Factor analysis

Multilevel modelling

Longitudinal analysis

Structural equation modelling

Missing data approaches

3. Technical Competency Areas

Measurement Development & Validation

Foundational: I can interpret basic reliability and validity metrics Intermediate: I can assess measurement models and invariance Advanced: I can develop and validate new measures

Statistical Modelling

Foundational: I can conduct basic analyses (t-tests, ANOVA, regression) Intermediate: I can apply advanced methods with some guidance Advanced: I can independently develop complex statistical models

4. Limitations Assessment Skills

Recognition Skills

I can identify limitations related to:

Sample size and power Measurement reliability Statistical assumptions Model specification Cultural validity Generalisability

5. Ethical Competencies

Rate your confidence in each area (1 = Limited/No Experience, 5 = Expert Level)

Cultural Competency

Understanding Indigenous cultural protocols and practices

Incorporating Indigenous perspectives into research design

Building relationships with Indigenous stakeholders

6. Statistical Software Proficiency

Rate your expertise (1 = Limited/No Experience, 5 = Expert Level)

SPSS

Stata

Mplus

NVivo (or similar, for qualitative analysis)

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Quantitative Research Skills Assessment Survey