[nabs-l] Experiment Help

[Christina Moore]

Hi,

Just wondering, has anyone ran their own experiments? I need a few tips in regards to how to do this.
First, we have consent forms, two conditions we are measuring (so separate packets for each), slips participants fill out as a sort of receipt that they in deed participated and a packet for a reinforcement task. How do I tell the difference between all of these files when I go to pick them up for the experiment.
Second, I am to run the experiment myself. As someone without sight, I was thinking it would be best for me to ask participants to sit in the front row and fill other rows of desks as needed (so if I have three people in the front row, I can easily locate them and give them the different materials). Is this a good idea.
I have to sign their consent forms. Is it appropriate for me to ask them where the signature line is?
Lastly, how do I know when they are finished with a packet so that I can move on to the next part of the experiment?
I thought about having them bring me the packet after it is filled out and when they give me that packet I would have them go back to their desk and then once I collected all of the first packets, give them the second packet.
I hope these are not silly questions and thanks for any feedback.
Christina