The Multi-lab, Multi-language, Multi-method Challenge

Abstract

In this chapter, the focus will be on the general challenges that are involved in setting up, planning and running an experimental investigation of bilingual development which involves collecting data at more than one site. Some of the issues we flag up may seem logical, straightforward and obvious. However, there are obstacles that are easy to overlook when planning a multi-site study. Many of these involve tasks and decisions that take up more time than initially seems possible. In order to help you avoid unexpected problems, this chapter will sum up different issues that should be kept in mind from the start and offer a timeline for these issues which is intended to help you plan your own study and avoid unnecessary delays.