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Research methods 5n6
Pilot studies r
Small scale study carried out before study to check procedures
The aim is to allow researcher to make changes if nessasary
Research methods 5n6
Pilot studies check..
Timings
Participants understanding of procedures n instructions
Ambiguous questions
Operational of behaviour categories
Standardise instructions clearly worded
No of participants needed
Research methods 5n 6
How is a pilot study useful for self reprot
Helpful to try out new Qs in advance n remove /reword ambitious ones