AQA Psychology - Research Methods - Pilot Studies
A pilot study is a small-scale trial run of the actual investigation, conducted to identify and fix any potential issues with the design, procedures, or materials before carrying out the full study.
What is a pilot study?
Small-scale trial run of the actual investigation
Key Terms
What is a pilot study?
Small-scale trial run of the actual investigation
Why is a pilot study conducted?
To check procedures, materials, measuring scale etc.
Make modifications if necessary
When can a pilot study be use?
In any experiment, observation, interview or questionnaire
What is double blind?
Neither the researcher or the participant knows which condition they are in
What is single blind?
Participant doesn’t know the aims of the study but research does
What is reduced due to single blind?
Demand characteristics
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
What is a pilot study? | Small-scale trial run of the actual investigation |
Why is a pilot study conducted? | To check procedures, materials, measuring scale etc. |
When can a pilot study be use? | In any experiment, observation, interview or questionnaire |
What is double blind? | Neither the researcher or the participant knows which condition they are in |
What is single blind? | Participant doesn’t know the aims of the study but research does |
What is reduced due to single blind? | Demand characteristics |
What is a control group? |
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