TAMU Department of Agricultural Education: Inservice Needs Study

Information and Consent Form

I understand that the purpose of this study is to determine inservice needs of beginning agriculture teachers of Texas. The data from this study will be used to improve inservice opportunities provided to all agriculture teachers in Texas.

I understand that this study consists of completing a survey. I am aware that my responses are confidential and that only group data will be reported in any publications resulting from this research. I am aware also that there will be approximately 300 participants in this study.

I understand that participation in this study is voluntary and that I may withdraw from the study at anytime. I understand that I may refuse to answer any questions that make me feel uncomfortable.  I also understand that there are no risks associated with participation in this study.  Benefits of participating include improving the the type of inservice opportunities provided to beginning agriculture teachers in Texas.

This research study has been reviewed and approved by the Institutional Review Board–Human Subjects Research, Texas A&M University. For research-related problems or questions regarding subjects’ rights, the Institutional Review Board may be contacted through Dr. Michael W. Buckley, IRB Coordinator, Office of the Vice-President for Research and Associate Provost for Graduate Studies at (979) 458-4067 (mwbuckley@tamu.edu).

I have read and understand this explanation. I have had all of my questions answered to my satisfaction, and I voluntarily agree to participate in this study.

I understand that if I want a copy of this consent form, I may use my Internet browser to print a copy.

 
I agree to the information above and want to Go to the Survey.
I do not agree to the information above and want to return home.

Contact Information:
Dr. Julie Harlin, Principal Investigator Dr. Grady Roberts, Co-principal Investigator
Department of Agricultural Education Department of Agricultural Education
105A Scoates Hall 104A Scoates Hall
Texas A&M University Texas A&M University
College Station, TX 77843-2116 College Station, TX 77843-2116
j-harlin@tamu.edu g-roberts@tamu.edu
979-862-3014 979-862-3707