Pilot Studies

Question 1

What are pilot studies?

Answer 1

Small trial versions of proposed studies to test their effectiveness and make improvements

Question 2

Why are they helpful?

Answer 2

. They are helpful in identifying potential issues early on which can then be rectified before committing to the length and expense of a full investigation

Question 3

Any part of the study can be tested such as?

Answer 3

, The validity of the measure (, eg does the questionnaire measure what it is supposed to?) or whether a procedure is effective