Pilot studies

Question 1

What is a pilot study?

Answer 1

Small scale preliminary studies conducted before the main research project

Question 2

Purpose of pilot studies

Answer 2

• To test and refine the research design, methodology and data collection.
• It also identify and address potential issues in the main study.
• This enhances the overall quality and credibility of the research.
• Increases the likelihood of gaining accurate and generalisable results.