Research Methods 6: Pilot Studies Flashcards
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A pilot study is…
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a small scale study, carried out before the main study in order to check procedures.
2
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A pilot study is used to check…
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timings, participants’ understanding, leading/ambiguous questions, operationalisation of behavioural categories, instructions clearly worded, number of participants needed.
3
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It can also be used to ask participants about…
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They’re experience taking part.
4
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If flaws are discovered in the pilot study…
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the researcher can make improvements before the main study which will generate more useful information
5
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Pilot studies are an important way of…
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Improving the quality of research as they improve the internal validity and make the finds more reliable
