π Checklist for Pre-Registration
Before conducting your study, use the following checklist to ensure that your pre-registration process is complete:
Study Design:
Have I clearly defined my research questions and hypotheses?
Have I outlined a detailed plan for data collection, including the population, sample size, and measurement tools?
Analysis Plan:
Have I specified the statistical or qualitative analysis methods that I will use to test my hypotheses?
Have I outlined how I will handle outliers, missing data, or any other issues that may arise during analysis?
Platform Selection:
Have I selected the appropriate platform for pre-registration (e.g., OSF)?
Have I reviewed the platformβs guidelines to ensure that my pre-registration is compliant?
Time-Stamping and Public Access:
Have I ensured that my pre-registration is time-stamped and made publicly accessible?
If there are restrictions on public access, have I documented the reasons?
Reporting and Deviations:
Am I prepared to disclose my pre-registration status in any resulting publications?
If deviations from the original plan occur, am I ready to document and explain these changes transparently?