SayPro Experimental Design Sheet

SayPro Experimental Design Sheet

Project Title:
(Enter the title of the experiment)

Research Lead:
(Name and contact details)

Date of Design:
(DD/MM/YYYY)

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1. Research Objective

What is the main purpose of this experiment?
(State your hypothesis or research question clearly.)

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2. Variables

Independent Variable(s):
(The factor you will manipulate)

Dependent Variable(s):
(The outcome you will measure)

Control Variables:
(Factors kept constant to ensure validity)

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3. Target Population and Sample

Target Group:
(Define the group this experiment is focused on)

Sample Size:
(Specify the number of participants and rationale)

Sampling Method:
☐ Random
☐ Stratified
☐ Convenience
☐ Other: (specify)

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4. Experimental Groups

Group	Description	Treatment
Group A	Control Group	(No intervention or baseline condition)
Group B	Experimental Group	(Specify the treatment applied)

Add more groups as necessary.

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5. Methodology

Step-by-step procedure:
(Outline how the experiment will be conducted from start to finish)

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6. Measurement and Data Collection

Data Collection Tools:
☐ Surveys
☐ Observations
☐ Tests
☐ Digital tracking
☐ Interviews
☐ Other: (specify)

Timing of Data Collection:
(Pre-test, Post-test, during intervention, etc.)

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7. Ethical Considerations

☐ Informed consent obtained
☐ Anonymity and confidentiality guaranteed
☐ Ethical clearance received (if applicable)
☐ Risk mitigation measures in place

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8. Analysis Plan

How will data be analysed?
☐ Descriptive stats
☐ Comparative stats (e.g., t-test, ANOVA)
☐ Regression/Correlation
☐ Thematic analysis (for qualitative data)
☐ Software/tools used: (e.g., SPSS, Excel, NVivo)

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9. Limitations and Assumptions

(Identify any potential weaknesses or constraints)

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10. Expected Outcomes

(What do you anticipate learning or discovering?)

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11. Reviewer Sign-off

Name	Role	Date	Signature