Paid Study for riders of Washington, DC Metrobus and Metrorail
What is this study about?
We are conducting an important study on behalf of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA). This study is being conducted to get feedback from Metro riders about trip planning applications. Information collected in this study is very important as it will be used to inform the design of a new Trip Planning Application WMATA is developing so that future users will find it easier to use.
We are looking for Metrobus and Metrorail riders to participate in an in-person usability interview at the EurekaFacts offices in Rockville, MD and possibly at a location in Arlington, VA. Each interview will last no more than 90 minutes and will be scheduled at a date and time of your convenience. After successful completion, participants will be paid a $100 e-gift card as an appreciation for their time and feedback.
Participation is completely voluntary, and all sessions will be audio and video recorded.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will happen during the interview?
This study requires participants to download two trip planning applications on their iPhone or Android device. Please make sure that you have enough memory on your mobile device in order to do this. No purchases will be needed, and the applications may be deleted after the interview.
Although you are welcome to wear a face mask during sign-in, we will ask that you remove your mask during the interview so that we can get a more complete sense of your reactions and experiences during the interview.
Participants will first be informed of the purpose of the study, what to expect during the session, and be reminded that the study is voluntary. During introductions, the interviewer will also describe the think aloud method and ask participants to think out loud as they work through the tasks.
Participants will be asked to complete a series of tasks while thinking aloud as they move through each step. At the end of all the tasks, participants will then be asked about their experiences on completing the tasks.
Where will the interview take place?
The session will take place at EurekaFacts, LLC
51 Monroe Street, Plaza East 2 (PE-02)
Rockville, MD 20850
How long will the session last and when will it take place?
The session will last no more than 90 minutes. Sessions can be scheduled on a date and time of your convenience.
Will information be kept private and confidential?
What are the incentives for participating?
After successful completion, participants will receive a $100 e-gift card from a major credit card company for their time and effort. The e-gift card will be sent via email. Please allow up to 10 business days for processing. Also please note that the virtual incentives expire after 6 months
Can participation end early?
Participation in this study is completely voluntary. Participants have the right to refuse to answer questions. Participants may choose to withdraw from this study at any time but may forfeit some or all of their incentive payment depending on how early they withdraw.
Whom can I contact with additional questions?
If you have any questions about this study, please contact our outreach team at (240) 403-4800 or outreach@eurekafacts.com.