pilot studies

• What is the definition of a pilot study?

  small-scale practice investigation
• What is the aim of a pilot study?

  Identify and amend methodical flaws in design/method/analysis and create an indication of what results to expect
• What are the benefits of a pilot study?

  • Increase the reliability + validity of the main study
  • Save time/money by detecting errors
  • Familarise researchers with procedures + safety protocols
• What are the issues with a pilot study?

  • Extra cost/time/resources
  • Contamination of data between pilot and main study