General Information
Invitation |
You are invited to take part in this research study. Before you decide, it is important that you understand why the research is being done and what it will involve. This Participant Information tells you about the purpose, risks and benefits of this research study. If there is anything that you are not clear about, we will be happy to explain it to you.
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Purpose of the Study
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This study is concerned with the critical thinking skills and how this is being influenced by living and working in one or two languages. Participants will be tested on their critical thinking skills from a variety of scenarios. The questionnaires will take approximately 30-50 minutes to complete.
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Taking Part – What it involves
Do I have to take part?
It is up to you to decide whether or not to take part. If you decide to take part you are still free to withdraw at any time and without giving a reason. A decision to withdraw at any time, or a decision not to take part, will not affect your rights in any way.
What will happen to me if I take part?
If you chose to take part in this study you will be presented with a series of scenarios with questions we wish you to answer. We ask that you answer these questions honestly and to the best of your ability.
How long will my part in the study last?
The questionnaire will take around 30-50 minutes to complete.
What are the possible benefits in taking part?
Answering questions about your general critical thinking skills may make you more aware of your abilities and may in turn improve them.
What are the possible disadvantages and risks of taking part?
There are no foreseeable risks attached to taking part in this study. If however during the course of this study you would like to speak to someone about the issues it raises we will be happy to recommend someone to you.
What happens if I change my mind during the study?
You are entitled to change your mind about participating in this at any time without disadvantage or penalty.
It is up to you to decide whether or not to take part. If you decide to take part you are still free to withdraw at any time and without giving a reason. A decision to withdraw at any time, or a decision not to take part, will not affect your rights in any way.
What will happen to me if I take part?
If you chose to take part in this study you will be presented with a series of scenarios with questions we wish you to answer. We ask that you answer these questions honestly and to the best of your ability.
How long will my part in the study last?
The questionnaire will take around 30-50 minutes to complete.
What are the possible benefits in taking part?
Answering questions about your general critical thinking skills may make you more aware of your abilities and may in turn improve them.
What are the possible disadvantages and risks of taking part?
There are no foreseeable risks attached to taking part in this study. If however during the course of this study you would like to speak to someone about the issues it raises we will be happy to recommend someone to you.
What happens if I change my mind during the study?
You are entitled to change your mind about participating in this at any time without disadvantage or penalty.
Who do I contact for more information or if I have further concerns?
Ph.D. Student Researcher:
Sophia Arndt email: [email protected] (or click on "contact form") Supervisor: Dr. Mark Elliott email: [email protected] |