Appalachian State University
Informed Consent for Participants in Research Projects Involving Human Subjects
Title of Project:Outdoor Recreation Survey
Investigator(s)
John Whitehead
I. Purpose of this Research/Project
The survey is designed to gather information about economic values of outdoor recreation in the High Country.
II. Procedures
Would you be willing to answer a few questions? It will only take about 5 minutes.
III. Risks
There are no risks.
IV. Benefits
The results will be used for student research and class purposes only.
V. Extent of Anonymity and Confidentiality
The information provided is anonymous and cannot be traced to survey participants.
VI. Compensation
There is no compensation.
VII. Freedom to Withdraw
You are free to withdraw from the study at any time without penalty.
VIII. Approval of Research
This research project has been approved, as required, by the Institutional Review Board of Appalachian
State University and .
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IX. Subject's Responsibilities
I voluntarily agree to participate in this study. I have the following responsibilities:
Respond orally to survey questions.
X. Subject's Permission
I have read and understand the informed Consent and Conditions of this project. I have had all my questions answered. I hereby acknowledge the above and give my voluntary consent:
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John Whitehead |
262-6121 |
whiteheadjc@appstate.edu |
| Faculty Advisor (if applicable) | Telephone | |
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| Robert L. Johnson |
828-262-2692 |
johnsonrl@appstate.edu |
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Administrator, IRB |
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