Pilot Studies

• What is the purpose of a small scale trial run in research?

  To test aspects before real research
• Why would a researcher conduct a small scale trial run?

  To improve procedures before real research
• What are the main reasons for conducting a small scale trial run?

  • To test the procedures (timings, conditions)
  • To check the design chosen
  • To ensure instructions are clear
• What is NOT a purpose of a small scale trial run?

  To check results before the study
• How does a small scale trial run contribute to the overall research process?

  It helps identify improvements before real research