A test given to the SUBJECTS of a research study before the study begins. The pre-test provides data from which the effects of the TREATMENT may be measured.
A test administered to a student upon entry into a program. It is usually used for initial placement.
The initial fielding of a questionnaire or interview guide with just a handful of participants. The pre-test is used to test for flow and clarity, and to assure the instrument will gather the requisite information. Following a pre-test, the researcher recommends and makes any final modifications to the survey instrument or sample.
Testing the delivered product in such a way that it is determined whether or not the product is of sufficient quality to execute a complete test of this product.
a list of questions presented to learners enabling them to assess their knowledge about the course content or to "test-out" of specific modules within the course
Research designed to test the likely performance of a piece of advertising before it is aired.
A trial run of a questionnaire that is conducted to ensure that the proper information is being elicited.
A test or measurement taken before a service or intervention begins. It is compared with the results of a post-test to show evidence of the effects of the service or intervention being evaluated. A pre-test can be used to obtain baseline data.
A test to determine performance prior to the administration of a program, project, or instructional material.
A trial run of a questionnaire sent to a small sample to be sure that actual responses are clear and that any problems with the questionnaire are detected.