Working with human subjects can be tricky business, but luckily for
us, you will not be poking or prodding any of your research subjects (so
there should be minimal risk to those you plan to interview, survey, or
experiment with).
With that said, it is still
critical that you disclose information to the human subjects you are
working with. Universities have developed an Internal Review Board (IRB)
system to make sure researchers comply with local, state, and federal
ethics standards. As students who are in a first-year writing course,
you do not have to complete IRB training to work with human subjects,
but it is critically important that you disclose your intentions in
writing to the people you are working with.
Please review the following information provided by Colorado State University:
http://writing.colostate.edu/guides/page.cfm?pageid=1426
Upon
reviewing the link above, you are tasked with developing an informed
consent disclosure form to give to any participants you are studying.
The site above gives plenty of information about what should appear in
your disclosure form. Participants should sign the form and return it to
you. You should provide each participant with an additional copy
if said participant wants it for his/her records.
If your research involves textual analysis and you are not working with human subjects, please write a detailed outline about how your textual analysis will work.
I recommend you create your disclosure form as a word document and then paste it into the text box of this blog space.
Here is another link to a Google Images page that has many examples of Informed Consent Forms:
https://www.google.com/search?q=informed+consent+form&client=firefox-a&hs=Ld3&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=-uQLUrmODeSG2wX38oGYBA&ved=0CDwQsAQ&biw=1366&bih=636
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Researcher:
Nick Iturregui
Purpose of Research:
Gather as much information on past and present coaches and executives in the realm of football. Information gathered will be used for statistical analysis.
For the purpose of research, I _________________, allow for anything I say in this interview to be disclose to the public. For the sake of your privacy, we will not disclose any personal information conducted in this interview. If you agree and understand the terms of consent, please sign and date on the line below.
Signature: ___________________
Date: _______________________
Consent Form for University Students
ReplyDeleteResearcher: Taylor Turberville
I have been given information about “The Female Justice League: How the Rising Consumer Population of Women are Transforming Comic Books”. I have discussed this research project with Taylor Turberville, undergraduate student of ENC1102 Introduction to Inquiry Based Research offered by University of Central Florida.
I understand that if I consent to participate in this project I will be asked to allow myself to be photographed in positions resembling poses of comic book characters. I also consent to participate in a survey and interview to be conducted by the researcher after the photography session has concluded. I understand that my contribution will be confidential and that there will be no personal identification in the data that I agree to allow to be used in the study. I understand that there are no potential risks or burdens associated with this study.
I have agreed to allow my photographs to be used for the purposes of the study, which will be stripped of personal identifiers prior to any analysis. I have had an opportunity to ask Taylor Turberville any questions I may have about the research and my participation. I understand that my participation in this research is voluntary and I am free to refuse to participate and I am free to withdraw from the research at any time. My refusal to participate or withdrawal of consent will not affect my relationship with the University of Central Florida in any way. If I have any enquires about the research, I can contact Taylor Turberville [cell phone] or email [knights email].
If I have any concerns or complaints regarding the way the research is or has been conducted, I can contact the University Compliance, Ethics, and Risk Office at the University of Central Florida 407-823-6263 or email complianceandethics@ucf.edu.
By signing below I am indicating my consent to participate in the research. I understand that the data collected from my participation will be used primarily for a research paper, and will also be used for a statistical analysis, and I consent for it to be used in that manner.
Student Signature: ____________________________ Date: ________________
Name (Print): ___________________________
For my study I plan on conducting a coded content analysis, similar to that of Dawn England et. al (2011), of the 12 Disney Princess movies in order to examine them for stereotypes of major organizing principles of society: gender, race, and family (Towbin et. al 2008). The specific films to be analyzed include Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Pocahontas, Mulan, The Princess and the Frog, Tangled, Brave, and Frozen. This method will allow me to gather quantitative information about the behaviors of the characters in the films (England et. al 2011). My codes will be very similar, if not identical to the ones set forth by England, and I will replicate an inductive analysis created by Mia Towbin et. al (2008) to identify common themes.
ReplyDeleteFor my study I plan to conduct a textual analysis of Deaf Culture, which will involve me looking into the Deaf community. With examining the social aspect of the community; how they are being accepted, and how are non-Deaf people acknowledging those who are Deaf. In doing so I will look into research done, but I will also examine certain news stories that address the topic. With doing this the idea of researching how certain popular entertainment, such as variety in t.v. shows and on Broadway, will expand more on the topic of creating careers and jobs for Deaf people. This will allow me to create quantitative data about the stigma against Deaf people and their stance on being accepted socially. The reason for looking into certain data sources like these is, the popularity in the social world that is now being seen from a different perspective. Popular shows have arise in recent years bringing light to the situation, giving new meaning to Deaf Culture. This is what I intend to bring my textual analysis upon.
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Juan Gamboa
Main Purpose of Research: To understand barriers first generation students face through their college years.
I _____________________________________, agree to the terms conducted by the researcher Juan Gamboa, and by signing this consent form, I allow all information given to the interviewer to be publicized to the public. I understand personal questions may be asked about my parent’s background and culture. Questions including race, ethnicity, and previous education may be asked during the interview, and to be a valid participant, some questions will be mandatory to answer.
Signature: _________________________________
Date: _________________________
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Aubree Marden
I plan to conduct a study on human attachment styles and how technological advancements have affected our attachments in romantic relationships. I will be gathering information from those in current and former romantic relationships, both long term and in the early stages. Varying lengths in relationships will allow a spectrum of factors to fall into the data presented. By agreeing to participate in this study you are allowing your personal information to be used as statistical data in a public format via answers and photographs and all rights of this information to be used in future research. You are given to right to leave the discussion at any moment, but know all prior information already expressed will be used towards our research. If you have any concerns or questions, you are given the right to ask at any time.
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Kyle Perozo
The purpose of this study is to gather data, like number of accidents, and fatalities that are related to texting and use them to create awareness of the dangers of texting and driving.
As part of this study the participant will be required to complete a survey and answer any questions that are directed toward you. The participant will then be asked to complete a road course several times, and by signing this you are stating that you are a legal, licensed driver.
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Daniel Gioffre
Purpose: To help gain information about performance enhancing drugs in major league baseball.
For the purpose of the research conducted by Daniel Gioffre, I ___________________ allow the information I provide to be used and shared publicly. You will not be harmed in any way while doing the research. If you agree with the terms and allow consent to be used in the study, please sign below.
Signature: _______________________
Date: ________________
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Troy Harrison
Purpose of Research: To collect data on the general public's knowledge about the nature vs nurture debate and it's importance in modern society.
I, ____________________, understand that by signing below, I am agreeing to allow the researcher to use the answers I provide on this questionnaire publicly. I acknowledge the fact that I may check the box below if I wish to have my identity hidden. By leaving the box blank, I am giving the researcher permission to use my name in the public research paper.
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My research will be done by analyzing ‘crime dramas’ to answer the question of, to what extent they accurately depict the struggles women face in the Criminal Justice Field. Shows will be selected for analyzing if they meet the following criteria.
ReplyDelete1. The show have at least two seasons, and are they available for viewing.
2. The show must not be centralized around one singular person, rather a group or ‘team’.
3. The show must not have a heavy plot line, in other words, not continue episode to episode.
4. The show must be about a job within the field of Criminal Justice (i.e. police officers,
forensic science, Government Agents)
5. The show must be no older than ten years.
If the show meets all of the criteria I will begin analyzing it. To do this I will compile a detailed list of questions which I will answer for each episode watched (i.e. How many female/male leads were there?, How many lines did each gender have?, How often were each gender acknowledged by their superiors?). The questions will compare the difference in treatment and representation between the male and female characters on the shows selected, with this, I then can compare it to ‘real life’ data, which will allow me to answer my research question.
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ReplyDeleteResearch Conducted by Michael Moore, Undergraduate student – University of Central Florida
Background Info:
The purpose of this research is to investigate the how being employed in a part-time job effects students enrolled in college. These effects being categorized as: academic effects, physical effects, and social effects. This study is meant to gather information from a randomly selected group of students (100) that attend the University of Central Florida (UCF), and are employed part-time. The questions asked in this survey will cover many personal subjects including background information of the subjects and their families, questions about the subjects’ and their families’ income, and several questions aimed to measure effects on the subject such as stress levels, amount of sleep acquired, frequency of exercise, etc.
All participants must provide a copy of their most recent medical records
• I _______________, agree to answer all sections of this survey with complete honesty and understand that all information provided will be used to develop qualitative and quantitative results towards Michael Moore’s research. I understand that my provided data is subject to publication.
Participants Signature:___________________________________ Date:___/___/___
My plan for research is to investigate whether true escape for Tom and Laura Wingfield is a possibility. For my paper, I will be conducting a textual analysis analyzing The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams. To do this, I will be reviewing various scholarly articles written on the subject. I will be evaluating the major themes of memory and the impossibility of escape. I have eight articles that will help me shape my argument for the impossibility of true physical AND mental escape from the influence/expectations of the mother, Amanda.
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ReplyDelete(Survey on the effect of texting and driving on car crashes)
Researcher: Faiyaz Alam
You will be shown a car crash clip with few other participants in a room. Later you will be given some questions to answer based on the clips. The room where the participation is going to take place is not under any video/ audio surveillance. Your information will be kept anonymous which is the purpose of any surveys.
If you agree to the above terms please sign below giving us acknowledge to use your information from the survey for us to research on the effects of texting and driving.
Signature ………………………………..
Date ……………………………………..
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Tyler Henry
The purpose of this study is to determine the benefits of a long- distance relationship and the best ways to maintain a healthy long distance relationship by comparing them to geographically close relationships.
Participants of this study will be asked to complete a survey with demographic information and information pertaining to past or current relationships they have taken part in. Then, the participants will take part in a more in- depth interview about their feelings and strategies in their relationships. By signing this form, the participant is giving consent to allow this information to be used in the study. All information is completely anonymous. If you are willing to continue please sign below.
I_________________, agree to answer all sections of the survey and respond to the best of my ability. I give the researcher, Tyler Henry, my consent to interview me and ask whatever necessary for the purpose of this study. I understand that my collected data is anonymous and subject to publication.
Participant’s Signature:___________________________________________________
Date: ___/___/___
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Belineda Bellune
The purpose of this study is to determine how personality and music preference affects each other and how it differs from different moods.
Within this study, the participants will be given two different pieces of music to listen to within a specific genre. Then the participants will fill out a questionnaire about how they feel about the music they just listened to. These steps will be repeated within several other genres of music. The results of the study will possibly be published and the names of the participants will remain anonymous. By signing this form, the participant is giving consent to take part in this study.
I,________________________, agree with the terms of this research study and understand that I will not be harmed while participating in this study. I am aware that the results from this study will possibly be published and that I will remain anonymous.
Date: ____/____/____
Participant's Signature: ____________________________________
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Grant Lawrence
Purpose of Research: To gather and understand the information regarding motivation and its affects concerning human behavior and interaction as well as what can be defined as success in terms of relativity.
I ____________________ agree to the terms reviewed by the researcher and by signing this agreement/consent form, I will enable and allow information to be given to the interviewer to analyze the information given. Information given will include but will not be limited to: questions, statements regarding race, gender, sexual orientation and other matters.
Signature: ________________
Date: _____________________
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Tyler Herret
Purpose of Research: To compile data relating to tobacco use and a public viewpoint of tobacco marketing for both youth and adults.
I,____________________________ agree to the terms provided by the researchers and by signing this form I fully consent for my information to be used in this study. All subjects identities will remain anonymous. By agreeing to this form I allow the researcher to ask any questions relevant to tobacco marketing and use by adults and youth.
Participant's Signature:____________________________________________
Date: ___/___/____
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Tanner Mathis
Purpose of Research: Gather information from former High School, College, and NFL players about their prior concussion history and how if at all it has affected their lives today.
I _________________________ understand that by signing this form I am consenting that any data collected in this interview can be disclosed to the public and used for further research on the topic of concussions in football and their affects on the body. If you agree to the terms above please sign your name and date on the lines below.
Date: _________________
Signature: ___________________________________________
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Kevin Hacker
Within this study, the participants will have interviews with the researcher via face to face communication, or virtually. These interviews will consist of questions about virtual reality and social behavior in the real world or in the virtual world. The researcher will not only interview the participant but will also observe qualitatively the traits of the participant in the real world or the virtual world.
The results of the study will possibly be published and the names of the participants will remain anonymous. By signing this form, the participant is giving consent to take part in this study.
I,________________________, agree with the terms of this research study and understand that I will not be harmed while participating in this study. I am aware that the results from this study will possibly be published and that I will remain anonymous.
Date: ____/____/____
Participant's Signature: ____________________________________
Since my research topic is based on animal testing, I will be analyzing different companies that test on animal subjects and determining whether they sell more product compared to companies that do not animal test. I will also take into consideration whether they are known to produce more "quality" products. I will be evaluating some major brand names and taking how they test their products for hazardous side effects into consideration. I will incorporate my findings into my paper and consider it when establishing the answer to my research question, "How have companies improved their ethics and testing methods in order to prevent harming animal test subjects as they have done in the past?"
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ReplyDeleteResearcher: Chad Simmons
Purpose: To determine the effects of concussions on high school football players by answering a series of questions.
I, ________________________________________, understand that by participating in this research I am giving consent for my information to be made public. I am a willing participant, and I will give truthful and honest answers.
Participant Signature _________________________________________
Date____________________________________________________________