Research Study Feasibility

Factors Affecting Feasibility

• Feasibility of a study depends on various factors, including the breadth of the study in relation to its research questions' scope and answerability
• Another crucial factor is the availability of necessary data to answer the research question

Defining and Identifying Heritage Learners

• Defining what constitutes a heritage learner is essential in a study on attitudes of heritage learners
• Key considerations include the level of exposure to the language, e.g., whether having distant relatives in a country but rarely hearing the language spoken qualifies as a heritage learner
• Identifying qualified participants can be challenging in many settings, making it vital to determine the feasibility of the study

Data Sources and Participant Availability

• Identifying pertinent data sources is crucial in determining the feasibility of a study
• The availability of a reasonable number of participants can significantly impact the study's feasibility
• Large-scale studies requiring numerous participants and data collection rounds may be constrained by the setting and population limitations

Study Design Considerations

• A study's design should consider the potential for participant exhaustion and boredom, particularly in tasks that require multiple rounds of data collection
• Researchers should prioritize participant availability and setting limitations when designing a study

This quiz assesses the factors that influence the feasibility of a research study, including the scope of the research questions and data accessibility. It also touches on the topic of heritage language learners.