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AQA Psychology - Research Methods - Pilot Studies

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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.

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What is a pilot study?

Small-scale trial run of the actual investigation

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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.
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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TermDefinition

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

What is a control group?

  • Setting up a comparison
    - Help establish causation