think-aloud protocols

Think-aloud protocols involve participants vocalizing their thoughts aloud while completing a task. This method helps researchers understand how people process information, make decisions, and solve problems in real-time. By listening to these spoken thoughts, researchers gain insights into cognitive processes that might be hidden if only the final actions or answers are considered. It's a valuable tool in psychology, education, and user experience research to identify where someone might encounter difficulties or how they approach tasks, providing a window into the mind during active problem-solving or decision-making.