The field experiment
Example: Field experiment tests hypothesis in real-world conditions outside laboratory
Definition
"The field experiment" refers to a research method conducted outside the controlled environment of a laboratory, where variables are manipulated to observe effects in natural, real-world settings. It tests hypotheses in authentic conditions to enhance the relevance and applicability of results.
Etymology
The term "the field experiment" combines 'field,' derived from Old English 'feld,' meaning open land or area, with 'experiment,' from Latin 'experimentum,' meaning a trial or test. Together, they describe experiments carried out in open or natural environments rather than controlled labs.
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"The field experiment" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Research - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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