1. When developing a sampling design, the researcher must define the universe, determine the sampling unit, and create a source list or sampling frame from which to draw the sample. 2. Key considerations in determining the sample size include desired precision, acceptable confidence level, population variance, population size, parameters of interest, and budget constraints. 3. The researcher must also decide on the sampling procedure or technique to use for selecting items for the sample, such as simple random sampling or stratified sampling.