pilot study

• What is a pilot study?

  A small-scale trial run of a study
• What is the purpose of conducting a pilot study?

  To test aspects of the research design
• Why might participants not understand the instructions in a pilot study?

  Instructions may be unclear or confusing
• What can researchers identify by using typical participants in a pilot study?

  What aspects of the design need adjustment
• Are the results of a pilot study considered relevant?

  No, they are considered irrelevant
• What aspects of research can pilot studies help with?

  • Testing procedures
  • Clarity of instructions
  • Suitability of materials
  • Appropriateness of timings
  • Location for the main investigation
  • Feedback from pilot participants
• What is NOT a purpose of pilot studies?

  To see if results support the hypothesis
• How can pilot studies help with experiments?

  By checking methods of manipulating IV and measuring DV
• What should be checked regarding the timing of tests in a pilot study?

  Whether tests set the right level of challenge
• What should be ensured about questions in a questionnaire during a pilot study?

  They should be clear and unambiguous
• What should be done if a questionnaire is too long?

  Trim it to include only essential questions
• What is the role of pilot participants in a pilot study?

  To provide feedback about methods used
• Why is inter-observer reliability important in pilot studies?

  To ensure consistency among observers
• What is the correct statement about pilot studies and questionnaire items?

  A pilot study helps identify confusing items
• Are pilot studies costly?

  No, they are not extremely costly
• How many participants are typically involved in a pilot study?

  Fewer than in the actual investigation
• What are the key aspects to check in different research methods during a pilot study?

  • Experiments: IV and DV manipulation
  • Correlation: Co-variable measurement
  • Self-report: Clarity of questions
  • Observation: Behavioral categories and reliability
• What is the true or false statement about pilot studies and confusion in questionnaires?

  A pilot study helps identify confusing items