https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1 en-us 2023-03-23 21:14:50 UTC 2023-04-17 09:10:35 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2550238330 The rationale is clearly and efficiently explained, with scientific insight into what they are trying to achieve. The gaps in the literature have been identified, and the rationale states the aims and purpose of the study. It could be more specific in why this research is important and how much help it could bring. However, this section needs to be brief- it still has relevant information in general.]]> 2023-04-11 14:15:07 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2550238330 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2550245003 It states that they will aim to recruit 30 right handed adults (18-65) using convenience sampling. There is some recognition of inclusion criteria but no detail of exclusion criteria. There is no justification in this section, other than briefly alluding to why they all need to be right handed.]]> 2023-04-11 14:19:33 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2550245003 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2550252227 Information sheets are given out more than 48 hours before the first lab session. Verbal consent will be given by the participants. Participants will be screened using the Edinburgh Handedness questionnaire (why they all need to be right handed). ]]> 2023-04-11 14:24:22 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2550252227 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2550258442 In the main application there is detail on how the participants can withdraw at any time without reason, and that they will also give verbal agreements throughout the study- especially before a new block of testing. ]]> 2023-04-11 14:28:23 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2550258442 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2553175294 In the main application it states the participant's data will be kept confidential, however in the information sheet it states their data will be anonymous.]]> 2023-04-13 13:14:27 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2553175294 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2553178069 The study will be completed in accordance with the Data Protection Act, 2018. Student access will be taken away once the dissertation period is complete.]]> 2023-04-13 13:16:39 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2553178069 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2553181505 Potential risk factors have been identified and methods of reducing them have been stated. These include smaller ones such as using earplugs to inhibit the loud TMS noise, and larger risks such as magnetic object interference (dealt with by screening beforehand).]]> 2023-04-13 13:19:27 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2553181505 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2554631018 The rationale explains the aims well but fails to explain why this research is important and what findings from this study could indicate]]> 2023-04-14 14:28:42 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2554631018 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2554635749 No specific exclusion criteria is mentioned. This should be included or if there isn't one, the researchers should explain why they've chosen not to exclude anyone]]> 2023-04-14 14:32:45 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2554635749 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556400380 The background is supported with scientific evidence and data. Plus the aims of the study of clearly stated.
However, needs more detail on why this research is important and what the findings will state.]]> 2023-04-17 05:09:53 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556400380 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556408215 Main application form doesn't state what the findings will indicate but it is stated in the participant information sheet.

]]> 2023-04-17 05:16:53 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556408215 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556411196 Little detail regarding the inclusion criteria (18-65 years old and right-handed). While mentioning sample size, there is no justification for why this sample size has been chosen. No specific detail on the exclusion criteria alongside justification.]]> 2023-04-17 05:19:30 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556411196 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556429231 Information sheet is given out 48 hours prior to the first session. 
Verbal consent taken on the day of the experiment.
Consent forms will be collected from all participants.
Participants are screened using the Edinburgh Handedness questionnaire.
TMS safety questionnaires are used to determine if participants can take part or not, and accessed before and throughout the experiment.

]]> 2023-04-17 05:36:19 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556429231 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556442969 The application form, participant information sheet and consent form states that participants can withdraw at any point, however this is conflicting information in regards to what happens after they withdraw.
Application - still acquire course credits and payment.
Information sheet - not receive course credit and payment.]]> 2023-04-17 05:50:12 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556442969 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556449733 Main application states participants data is confidential, but the information sheet states anonymous. This could show that researchers aren't relaying the same information towards the participants in regards to how there data will be handled.]]> 2023-04-17 05:55:53 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556449733 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556655391 No information about the participant will be presented. Using unique numbers to identify participant data. Researchers have access while student access is removed. Participants can withdraw their data after 2 weeks collection.


]]> 2023-04-17 08:58:52 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556655391 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556657040 Application form - states "General Data Projection Regulations" with no reference to which policy its referring to.

Information sheet - Data Protection Act 2018

There are both similarities and differences between the application form and information sheet. ]]> 2023-04-17 09:00:16 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556657040 https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556668060 Multiple risk factors are stated with ways to mitigate them.
While not referenced in the application form, a hazard and risk assessment summary further displays the danger of the risk factors and how to reduce them.]]> 2023-04-17 09:10:35 UTC https://padlet.com/cmcallistercraig/s5mtnmk9eoyrmko1/wish/2556668060