3. Pilot Study

• 1. Pilot Study


  • Small-scale trial, tests variables/conditions/methods.
  • Fix issues before real experiment.
  • Self-report methods (questionnaires/interviews); can test in advance; keep/remove.
  • Observational studies - training.
• 2. Pilot Study - Control Groups/Conditions

  Control Groups/Conditions:

  • experimental group vs control.
  • comparison - conclude cause + effect was IV or not.
  • control group = IGD + RMD.
• 3. Pilot Study - Single Blind Procedure


  Single-Blind Procedure:

  • participants not told aim or which conditions in.
  • controls cofounding effects of demand c.
  • can lead to experimenter bias.
• 4. Pilot Study - Double Blind Procedure


  Double-Blind Procedure:

  • researchers + participants not told aim.
  • normally 3rd party involved, don’t know main investigation.
  • drug trials - 3rd party doesn’t know real or placebo.
  • no bias or demand c.