Methods for a fully online automated cognitive training study on Prolific
Authors: F Joessel, S Denkinger, PE Joessel, CS Green
Published: 2025
Publication: Acta Psychologica, 2025 - Elsevier
The study introduces a fully online method for conducting cognitive training experiments using Prolific, significantly reducing resource demands while achieving robust results and diverse participant recruitment.
Methods: Participants were recruited via Prolific, assigned to groups using a pseudo-randomized procedure, and completed a 12-hour remote cognitive training study with pre- and post-test assessments monitored via custom dashboards.
Key Findings: Impact of a 12-hour cognitive training intervention on participants' cognitive functions, conducted in a remote and automated manner.
Limitations: Not specified in abstract, potential unknowns include technological issues, compliance rates, and data quality in fully online setups.
Institution: Max Planck Institute, University of Potsdam, University of Maryland, University of Zurich, University of Arizona
Research Area: Online cognitive training, Automated psychological studies, Crowdsourcing, behavioral research
Discipline: Psychology