experiments - pilot studies

Question 1

what is a pilot study

Answer 1

• small scale trial run of research before main scale research
• to identify any problems and amend them

Question 2

aims/purpose of pilot study

Answer 2

1. check standardised procedure and general design of experiment
2. check if enough time given to ppts to complete task LINK TO SCENARIO
3. questionnaires/interviews = clear questions?
4. observations = check coding systems/behaviour categories
   - camera in good place?
5. extraneous variables identified and eliminated LINK TO SCENARIO
6. ask ppts to discuss experiences from experiment
7. problems identified and amended BEFORE MAIN SCALE STUDY