Online Research Panel (ORP): A New Research Panel in Social and Economic Sciences
Creators: name: Zinilli, Antonio
name: Reale, Emanuela
name: Cerulli, Giovanni
name: Fabrizio, Serena
name: Giuffredi, Rita
Publisher: name: Zenodo
Year: 2024
Subjects: Research panel
social and economic issues
scientifically valid data
Large Panel Size
High-Skilled Workers

description: The Online Research Panel (ORP) is being developed as part of the Next Generation EU-funded FOSSR project – Fostering Open Science in Social Science Research. It is one of the few research panels in Italy accessible to researchers, academics, and public agencies under the principle of Open Science. ORP aims to provide an accurate and diverse representation of the Italian population aged 18 and above, supporting a wide range of academic and governmental applications.

 

Key Objectives

• Analyze relevant social and economic issues.

• Enable researchers and policymakers to understand the interplay of social, economic, and environmental developments.

• Provide a rapid response to emerging trends while offering long-term insights into various processes.

 

Description

ORP consists of a diverse selection of Italian citizens who are regularly surveyed online about politics, health, economy, society, and the environment. It aims to quickly gather scientifically valid data on the behavior, preferences, and attitudes of the population on significant Italian and international issues.

 

Unique Features

Inclusivity. Actively engages traditionally under-represented groups, including those with PhDs.

Focus on Key Areas. Emphasizes political and environmental participation, examining conditions fostering civil society vitality and economic development.

 

Panel Composition

Demographics. Broad representation of Italian adults (18+).

Special Groups. Focus on high-qualified individuals like PhD holders.

Survey Frequency. Regular online surveys ensuring timely data collection.

 

Data Validity

Methodological Rigor. Employs solid methodologies to mitigate common biases (self-selection and mode biases).

Robust Design. Ensures a comprehensive coverage of Italian population characteristics.

 

Panel Size and Representation

Large Panel Size. Provides extensive data for detailed analysis.

Accurate Representation. Captures the diversity of the Italian population, including hard-to-reach groups.

 

Key Insights

 

Labor Market Dynamics

High-Skilled Workers. Detailed analysis of mobility and career paths in public and private sectors.

Policy Development. Offers insights to support targeted public policy aimed at fostering growth and professional development.

 

Political and Environmental Preferences

Political Engagement. Studies conditions enhancing civil society and economic development.

Sustainability Practices. Evaluates public attitudes towards environmental sustainability.

 

Conclusions

ORP developed through the FOSSR project offers significant advantages, including rigorous design, extensive coverage, large panel size, and robust methodology. These attributes allow ORP to successfully address common online research biases, ensuring accurate representation of the Italian population and specific groups.

 

Impact

Enhanced Understanding. Provides a comprehensive view of Italian social and economic dynamics.

Policy Support. Informs scientific research and policy development with reliable data.

 

ORP represents an unprecedented opportunity for in-depth research on various topics, contributing to a more nuanced understanding of Italian society.

 
description: Poster presented at Fifteenth National Conference of Statistics organized by ISTAT in Rome from 3 to 4 July 2024.