This paper reviews methods for evaluating alternative hardware and ballot designs. The proposed methods include a series of basic research studies complemented with focus groups and an applied research study involving the development of a facility designed to mimic “real world” conditions. The author raises issues with each of the methods in terms of feasibility and cost.
Traugott, M. W. (2002). Testing alternative hardware and ballot forms. Paper presented at the meeting of the Working Group on Voting Technologies and Balloting, held at the University of Maryland, College Park, MD.