Towards a More Rigorous Design of Questionnaires in FLE: Analysis and Recommendations

The questionnaire is an essential tool in scientific research, particularly in language teaching.Within the context of French as a Foreign Language (FLE) instruction, it serves to collect structured data on pedagogical practices and learning processes.This study examines the design of questionnaires produced by first-year master's degree students in the "Research Tools" module.The aim is to identify methodological shortcomings and propose recommendations to improve their quality.The results indicate that although the objectives of the questionnaires are clear, some key terms lack precision, which impairs respondents' understanding.Grammatical errors and ambiguous formulations also complicate the analysis of responses.Some questions are overly general, whereas open-ended questions lack guidance, making analysis more complex.The study concludes by emphasising the need for methodological support to help students formulate clear and precise questions.Practical workshops, linguistic revisions, and the use of digital tools are recommended to ensure more rigorous and practical questionnaires while also strengthening students' autonomy in designing reliable research instruments.