Asking ChatGPT (via poe.com) to produce informed consent forms for MBA dissertation project requirement: a note
Many of my part-time MBA students are inexperienced in producing informed consent forms for their dissertation project works. This is where ChatGPT can help. I have asked ChatGPT 3.5 Turbo to do so. The following three examples are illustrative.
Example 1
Joseph Ho (the student): "I am a part-time MBA student; my dissertation topic is to study the staff morale of the administrative employees in the Faculty of Business of a local university in Hong Kong. To do so, I need to obtain the informed consent from the Head of the Faculty of Business (being the gatekeeper of this study). Could you draft a gatekeeper informed consent form for me?"
ChatGPT 3.5 Turbo:
"[Your Name]
[Your Affiliation]
[Your Contact Information]
[Date]
[Head of the Faculty of Business]
[Faculty of Business]
[University Name]
[University Address]
[City, Postal Code]
[Hong Kong]
Dear [Head's Name],
Subject: Request for Gatekeeper Informed Consent for Research Study
I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to seek your informed consent to conduct a research study within the Faculty of Business at [University Name], as part of my part-time MBA program.
The purpose of my research study is to examine the staff morale of the administrative employees within the Faculty of Business. I aim to explore various factors that may influence their morale levels, identify potential areas of improvement, and contribute to the overall well-being and productivity of the administrative staff.
In order to gain a comprehensive understanding of the staff morale, it is crucial to obtain the cooperation and support of the head of the faculty. Your role as the gatekeeper is pivotal, as your permission will enable me to approach the administrative employees and gather valuable data for my study. Your informed consent will ensure that the research is conducted in an ethical and respectful manner, prioritizing the well-being and privacy of the participants.
By granting your consent, you acknowledge the following:
Purpose of the Study: The research aims to investigate the staff morale of the administrative employees in the Faculty of Business at [University Name], focusing on factors that impact their morale levels and identifying potential areas for improvement.
Confidentiality and Anonymity: All information gathered during the study will be treated with strict confidentiality. The data collected will be anonymized and reported in aggregate, ensuring that individual identities and personal details remain confidential.
Voluntary Participation: Participation in the research study is entirely voluntary. No staff member will be coerced or pressured to participate against their will. They will have the freedom to withdraw their participation at any stage without facing any consequences.
Data Collection Methods: The study will involve various data collection methods, such as surveys, interviews, and observations. The specific methods employed will be discussed and agreed upon separately, to ensure their appropriateness and feasibility.
Use of Findings: The findings of this study may be used for academic purposes, such as writing my dissertation, presenting at conferences, or publishing in scholarly journals. However, all information will be reported in a manner that ensures the anonymity of the participants.
Time Commitment: The research study is expected to be conducted over a specific period, which will be agreed upon in consultation with you. The time commitment required from the administrative employees will be kept to a minimum, without causing any undue burden or disruption to their regular duties.
Ethical Considerations: The research will be conducted in compliance with the ethical guidelines and standards set by [University Name] and any relevant regulatory bodies. The privacy and well-being of the administrative employees will be given utmost importance throughout the study.
I kindly request your permission to proceed with my research study within the Faculty of Business. Your consent will serve as a valuable contribution to the successful completion of my MBA program and the advancement of knowledge in the field of staff morale.
Please feel free to contact me at [Your Contact Information] if you have any questions, concerns, or require further information. I would be more than happy to provide any additional details or clarification you may need.
Thank you for considering my request, and I look forward to your positive response.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Affiliation]".
Example 2
Joseph Ho (the student): "I am a part-time MBA student. My dissertation project is to evaluate the staff morale of the sales department of a manufacturing company, of which I am an employee in the Finance Department. My research method is to conduct research interview with 6 sales employees out of 20. Could you produce a gatekeeper informed consent form for the Sales Department Head (as the gatekeeper of this study) to sign?"
ChatGPT 3.5 Turbo:
"[Your Name]
[Your Affiliation]
[Your Contact Information]
[Date]
[Sales Department Head's Name]
[Sales Department]
[Manufacturing Company Name]
[Company Address]
[City, Postal Code]
Dear [Sales Department Head's Name],
Subject: Request for Gatekeeper Informed Consent for Research Study
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to seek your informed consent as the gatekeeper for my research study, which aims to evaluate the staff morale of the sales department in our esteemed manufacturing company.
As an employee of the Finance Department and a part-time MBA student, I intend to conduct this research study as part of my dissertation project. The objective of my study is to assess the factors influencing staff morale within the sales department, identify potential areas of improvement, and contribute to the overall well-being and effectiveness of the sales team.
In order to conduct a comprehensive evaluation, I would like to request your permission to approach a select group of six sales employees out of the total of twenty. These individuals will be invited to participate in research interviews, where I will gather valuable insights and perspectives regarding their morale levels, work environment, and potential areas for enhancement.
By granting your consent, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:
Purpose of the Study: The research study seeks to evaluate the staff morale within the sales department of [Manufacturing Company Name]. It aims to identify key factors influencing morale, explore potential areas for improvement, and contribute to the well-being and productivity of the sales team.
Confidentiality and Anonymity: All information collected during the research process will be treated with strict confidentiality. The data collected will be anonymized and reported in aggregate, ensuring that individual identities and personal details remain confidential.
Voluntary Participation: Participation in the research study is entirely voluntary. No employee will be coerced or pressured to participate against their will. Participants will have the freedom to withdraw their participation at any stage of the study without facing any consequences or negative repercussions.
Data Collection Methods: The study will involve research interviews, where participants will be asked questions related to their work experiences, morale, job satisfaction, and suggestions for improvement. The interviews will be conducted in a professional and respectful manner, adhering to ethical guidelines and ensuring participant comfort.
Use of Findings: The findings of this study may be used for academic purposes, such as writing my dissertation, presenting at conferences, or publishing in scholarly journals. However, all information will be reported in a manner that ensures the anonymity of the participants and the confidentiality of the company.
Time Commitment: The research study is expected to be conducted over a specific period, which will be agreed upon in consultation with you. The time commitment required from the selected sales employees will be kept to a minimum, without causing any significant disruption to their regular duties.
Ethical Considerations: The research will be conducted in compliance with ethical guidelines and standards, ensuring the privacy, well-being, and rights of the participants. The research will respect and uphold all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to data protection and confidentiality.
I kindly request your permission to proceed with my research study within the sales department. Your consent as the gatekeeper will play a vital role in facilitating the success of this study, promoting employee engagement, and contributing to the overall growth and development of our organization.
Please feel free to contact me at [Your Contact Information] if you have any questions, concerns, or require further information. I would be more than happy to provide any additional details or clarification you may need.
Thank you for considering my request, and I look forward to your positive response.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Affiliation]"
Example 3
Joseph Ho (the student): "I am a part-time MBA student. My dissertation project is to evaluate the staff morale of the sales department of a manufacturing company, of which I am its employee in the Finance Department. My research method is to conduct research interview to 6 sales employees out of 20. Could you produce an informed consent form for the 6 selected sales employees (as the interviewees of this study) to sign?"
ChatGPT 3.5 Turbo:
"[Your Name]
[Your Affiliation]
[Your Contact Information]
[Date]
[Sales Employee's Name]
[Sales Department]
[Manufacturing Company Name]
[Company Address]
[City, Postal Code]
Dear [Sales Employee's Name],
Subject: Informed Consent for Research Interview
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to seek your informed consent to participate in a research study that aims to evaluate the staff morale within the sales department of our esteemed manufacturing company. As part of my MBA dissertation project, I am conducting this study to gain valuable insights and perspectives regarding your work experiences, morale levels, and potential areas for improvement.
By signing this consent form, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:
Purpose of the Study: The research study seeks to evaluate the staff morale within the sales department of [Manufacturing Company Name]. It aims to identify key factors influencing morale, explore potential areas for improvement, and contribute to the well-being and effectiveness of the sales team.
Voluntary Participation: Participation in this research study is entirely voluntary. Your decision to participate or not will not have any impact on your employment status or any other aspect of your relationship with the company. You have the freedom to withdraw your participation at any stage of the study without facing any consequences or negative repercussions.
Confidentiality and Anonymity: All information collected during the research interview will be treated with strict confidentiality. Your responses will be anonymized, and your identity will remain confidential throughout the research process. The data collected will be reported in aggregate form, ensuring that individual identities and personal details are not disclosed.
Data Collection and Use: The research interview will involve a series of questions related to your work experiences, morale, job satisfaction, and suggestions for improvement. The information collected will be used for academic purposes, such as writing my dissertation, presenting at conferences, or publishing in scholarly journals. However, your responses will be reported in a manner that ensures your anonymity and the confidentiality of the company.
Time Commitment: Your participation in the research study will require approximately [estimated time] for the research interview. The interview will be scheduled at a mutually convenient time, ensuring minimal disruption to your regular work duties.
Risks and Benefits: Participating in this study carries minimal risks. However, it is important to note that discussing your experiences and opinions may evoke personal reflections or emotions. On the other hand, the study's benefits include contributing to the overall understanding of staff morale and potentially improving the work environment in the sales department.
I have read and understood the information provided above, and I voluntarily agree to participate in the research study. I understand that my involvement is entirely voluntary and that I have the right to withdraw from the study at any time without facing any negative consequences.
By signing below, I confirm that I have given my informed consent to participate in the research interview:
[Sales Employee's Name]
[Date]
Thank you for your valuable participation in this research study. Please feel free to contact me at [Your Contact Information] if you have any questions or concerns regarding the study or your participation. I assure you that your contribution will be highly valued and will contribute to the success of this research project.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Affiliation]"
Overall evaluation comments:
While the university I work for has a standard informed consent form template, it is not a specific one for gatekeepers nor for research respondents. I can see that my part-time MBA students will find the samples of informed consent forms produced by ChatGPT 3.5 Turbo quite useful. What the students need to do is to ensure that the ideas from the university informed consent form template are reasonably incorporated into the ChatGPT samples. Doing so enables them to produce informed consent forms that their university dissertation project supervisors and examiners can approve.
Reference: a collection of blog notes on ChatGPT for research students.
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