ISSP Survey

Also known as: International Social Survey Program

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The ISSP Survey, or International Social Survey Program, is a collaborative global effort by research organizations. It focuses on collecting data on various social topics, including work, gender roles, religion, and national identity.1

The survey aims to understand public opinion across different countries by using common questionnaires. This allows for comparative analysis of attitudes and trends on a regional and international scale. While polls are effective at measuring "what" or "how much," understanding the "how" or "why" behind opinions often requires qualitative research methods. The ISSP Survey contributes to a broader understanding of societal values and how they relate to broader phenomena like democracy and economic development.1

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…Program, better known as the ISSP Survey, is a collaborative effort involving research organizations in many parts of the world. Its survey topics include work, gender roles, religion, and national identity. The World Values Survey takes a slightly more political tack by examining the ways in which religious views, identity,…
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…Program, better known as the ISSP Survey, is a collaborative effort involving research organizations in many parts of the world. Its survey topics include work, gender roles, religion, and national identity. The World Values Survey takes a slightly more political tack by examining the ways in which religious views, identity,…
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