Defining Research with Human Subjects

Questions and Answers

Which of the following studies meets the definition of research with human subjects?

A study of twenty 4th grade classrooms asking schools to vary reading times and collecting assessments. (correct)

A study analyzing census data.

An experiment on gender-related stereotypes and math performance. (correct)

A study with no direct interaction with individuals.

Which of the following studies meets the definition of research with human subjects?

An observational study with no data collection.

A mathematical experiment involving only theoretical considerations.

Analysis of historical data without direct human interaction.

A developmental psychologist videotaping toddler interactions with caregivers. (correct)

According to the federal regulations, human subjects are:

Only individuals in academic settings.

People involved in public events.

Only deceased individuals.

Living human beings about whom data is obtained. (correct)

Census data is an example of what?

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What can a researcher expect from the IRB when conducting oral histories for a biography about Bill Gates?

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Study Notes

Defining Research with Human Subjects

Federal regulations define research with human subjects as studies involving living individuals from whom data is obtained through interaction or identifiable private information.
Example research includes a study on reading comprehension in 4th graders by varying teaching times and measuring outcomes over three months.
A developmental psychologist studying toddler interactions to identify effective aggression management methods utilizes human subjects in the form of children and caregivers.
An experiment investigating the effect of gender-related stereotypes on math performance involves living human subjects (male and female students).
Census data is classified as public information, accessible for research without involving human subjects directly.
When conducting oral histories for a biography, like that of Bill Gates, the IRB may deem it outside the definition of research, as it does not involve systematic collection of data from human subjects.

Description

This quiz focuses on the definition of research involving human subjects, guided by federal regulations. Using flashcards, test your understanding of various studies that meet the criteria. Perfect for those preparing for the SBE CITI certification.