Convenience sampling recruits participants who are easy to reach (e.g., one school or classroom). While practical for pilots, it can limit generalizability and introduce bias.
When possible, expand to diverse sites and compare results to strengthen validity. Clearly document sampling in reports.
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A critical gap in early childhood policies: Children's meaning making
Sabol et al., Translational Issues in Psychological Science (2021)
Longitudinal changes in preschoolers' self-reported psychological and social problems: Feasibility, reliability, and cross-informant agreement
Chan et al., Child Psychiatry & Human Development (2025)
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