>===== Original Message From Annette Taylor <SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ===== >I know this was discussed on tips in the not so recent past, but >the discussion went on and on so much I finally got lost on what >the final word on it was. > >So, if anyone thinks they have an answer with something to reference >their position as to whether or not it is OK to use 17-year old >college students as subjects without parental consent, could you >please post it asap. > >Since I think others might be interested posting to list should be a >good idea. > >(had a proposal turned down that said it would include "freshmen" status >students without a caveat to exclude those under 18, so need some evidence >that it would be OK, I hope) > >annette > >Annette Taylor, Ph. D. Annette, et al. We do not think it is OK. When, day 1, our frosh sign a consent form to become members of the participant pool they have to state whether or not they are 18. Those who are not have a brief conference, and one faculty member takes the respnsibility of contacting the parents and getting a consent agreement ASAP. Al Cone Al L. Cone, Ph.D. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 6019 College Lane http://www.jc.edu/users/faculty/cone Jamestown College Jamestown, ND 58405
