Information Sheet for Survey Participants

 

Information Sheet for Survey Participants

A Case Study Examination of the Formative Effect of Christian Schooling on Graduates’ Faith

Why am I being invited to take part in this research?
You are invited to take part in a research study about your experience of Christian schooling and particularly any formative effect it had on your faith. You may participate in this study if you are 18 years or older. Participation in this study is completely voluntary and your responses will be kept anonymous. You are free to decline to respond to certain questions or withdraw your participation at any time during the data collection process.

Who is conducting the study?

The principal researcher is Louisa Doherty who is a Master of Education (Leadership) student at National Institute for Christian Education and is being supervised by Dr Jill Ireland and Dr Julia Verdouw.

What is the purpose of this study?

The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of Christian schools and particular 
practices in relation to faith formation.

Where is the study going to take place and how long will it last?

The survey for this research is online. It should take about 10 -15 minutes to complete.

What will I be asked to do?

You will be asked to complete a short survey online.

Will it cost me to participate in this study?

Participation is free but will require access to the internet.

Are there any risks involved in my participation in this research?

There are no foreseen risks. You may choose not to answer survey questions.
The researcher is a Mandatory Reporter under Victorian Law, and if you choose to disclose something that requires a report to police or the DHHS, you would be advised as soon as the researcher became aware of the nature of your disclosure, that this would be the case.
Disclosure of past criminal offences may or may not fall into this category.

Will I receive any payment or rewards/benefits for taking part in the study?

Although there is no payment for participation, you may request a copy of the report when it is 
completed.

Whom should I contact if I have questions?

Researcher: Louisa Doherty Email: Ldresearch2022@gmail.com

Supervisor: Dr Jill Ireland c/o National Institute of Christian Education or Dr Julia Verdouw

julia.verdouw@nice.edu.au

Whom should I contact if I wish to make an ethical complaint about the project?

(Complaints can be sent to National Institute of Christian Education (NICE) addressed to Fiona Partridge, at fiona.partridge@nice.edu.au

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