Consent form for participation in this online experiment
Information
Thank you for your interest in our study. Please read the following information carefully. Your participation in this research is voluntary. It is your choice whether to participate or not. Please do not hesitate to write to us at yxiong45[at]jh[dot]edu if you have any further questions regarding the study.1. Purpose
In this study we investigate how learning is related to memory.2. Procedure
In the following, you will receive detailed information regarding the procedure of the study.First, you will receive instructions on how the task works. Then we will ask you some questions to ensure you correctly understood the task. After that, you will get to try out the task, and finally do the task in full. Your performance in the full task will affect your bonus payment. The entire study will take about 40 minutes.
3. Compensation
You will receive £7.50 for your participation. You can also earn a bonus of up to £7.50 depending on your performance in the task.4. Data protection
Once we have awarded you your bonus payment, your Prolific ID will be deleted from the study data [this only applies in cases of bonus payments]. The experiment data will be stored under a randomly assigned participant number on a server at the University of Tübingen. This means that it will become impossible to link the study data to you. All data collected during this study will be treated confidentially and all individuals with access to your personal data are obliged to maintain data secrecy. We are not responsible for the handling of your personal data through the Prolific platform.The study data may also be made publicly accessible via research databases or scientific publications (typically via the internet). This makes it possible for other researchers to check or replicate the results and enhances the quality of scientific research. The study data may also be used for new research questions going beyond the purposes of this particular study. The data is stored anonymously, treated confidentially, and used only for scientific purposes. You are free to withdraw, in which case recorded data will not be used (cf. point 6).
5. Voluntary participation
Your participation in this research is entirely voluntary. There will be no repercussions when canceling your participation.6. Right to refuse or withdraw
You do not have to take part in this study if you do not wish to do so. You are free to withdraw your consent and do not need to provide a reason for your withdrawal. Participants who drop out of the study for any reason (e.g., technical issues) are eligible for full or partial compensation. Please contact yxiong45[at]jh[dot]edu and include a screenshot of the experiment website if possible. If you withdraw from the study before data collection is completed, your data will not be used. If you withdraw from the study after completing the study, but before bonus payments have been processed, you can request the deletion of your data. After the processing of bonus payments, your Prolific ID will be removed from the study data and it will be fully anonymized, making it not possible to link you with your data.7. Risks
Your participation does not involve any physical or emotional risk to you. You are free to withdraw at any time.8. Insurance coverage
Not necessary for participating in this study.9. Responsible contact
If you have questions or if there are any problems, please contact yxiong45[at]jh[dot]edu. You can also use this email to request the withdrawal of your data.Consent
By clicking on the button below, you agree to the following:
- I have read and understood the conditions outlined above. I consent to participate in the study and agree to the collection, storage, and use of my data as described above.
