Survey Audit Review Sheet
Peer Review Protocol Research & Data Skills
Survey Audit Review Sheet
9th Grade Survey Design Lab
Clear Topic • Sensible Questions • Constructive Feedback
Reviewer:
Survey Creator:
Period:
Date:
Survey Title / Topic Stated on Draft:
1
Topic Clarity & Focus Evaluation
Is the core purpose immediately obvious?
Check all that apply:
The topic is focused and not overly broad Intended audience is clear from the context An intro explains why respondents should care
Reviewer Summary: What exact problem or question is this survey trying to solve?
State in 1-2 sentences based only on what you read in their draft:
2
Question Clarity & Logic Audit
Do the questions make sense to any respondent?
Plain Wording: No confusing jargon or vague terms
One Idea Only: No double-barreled questions
Neutral Voice: No leading or biased phrasing
Logical Options: Scales and choices fit the prompt
Strongest / Clearest Question Question # ___
Why does this question work well? (e.g., precise, easy scale, unbiased)
Most Confusing Question Question # ___
What makes it confusing, and how can the author rephrase it?
3
3 Key Pieces of Feedback to Consider
Be concrete, honest, and actionable
A Feedback Point 1: Question Wording or Response Options Target: Clarity & Options
B Feedback Point 2: Missing Angle, Redundant Item, or Audience Bias Target: Depth & Balance
C Feedback Point 3: Flow, Order of Questions, or Visual Layout Target: Survey Experience
Launch Readiness: Ready to Deploy Minor Tweaks Needed Significant Revisions
Reviewer Signature: