Be sure to include the following information on the withdrawal form:
• Topic of research.
• Participation is voluntary and refusal to participate will not negatively affect the
student.
• No identifying information is recorded (the survey is anonymous) or if recorded,
every effort is made to keep the information confidential.
• The dates of the research, and how long the research will take (e.g., “the survey will
take approximately ten minutes to complete”).
• Any potential risks (for this type of survey research, risks are minimal. Be sure the
student knows that if at any time they feel uncomfortable participating in the survey,
they can stop.
• Any direct benefit to the student for participating (for example, better after-school
programs).
• All relevant contact information (e.g., the school or organization conducting the
research