Consent form for participation in this online experiment


Study 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 orsolya[dot]szocs[at]student[dot]uni-tuebingen[dot]de if you have any further questions regarding the study.


1. Purpose

In this study we investigate human-AI interaction.


2. Procedure

This study will take about 25 minutes. It will consist of the following steps:

  • You will be introduced to a game, and you will get to try it out.

  • We will check whether you have correctly understood the game by asking you some questions.

  • You will play 3 rounds of this game.

  • An AI assistant will be introduced to you. We will check whether you understand what the AI assistant does by asking you some questions.

  • You will play 6 more rounds of this game with the AI assistant helping you.

  • You will play 3 more rounds on your own, without the AI.

  • You will complete a short questionnaire.


3. Compensation

You will receive £3.60 for your participation. You will also receive a bonus payment of up to £3.60 based on your performance in the experiment.


4. Data protection

Once we have awarded you your bonus payment, your Prolific ID will be deleted from the study data. 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 the recorded data will not be used (see 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 orsolya[dot]szocs[at]student[dot]uni-tuebingen[dot]de 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 orsolya[dot]szocs[at]student[dot]uni-tuebingen[dot]de. 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.