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Describe the actions the user should take to experience the material (including preparation and follow up if any). Write in an active way.
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It’s not difficult to imagine a wide range of reactions to an advertisement for this project. Some people might be curious to find out more;others will be concerned about possible implications. Why do you think it might be important for researchers to consider what motivates or deters people from participating in the study? This is vital not only for reaching the target numbers, but also to promote fair recruitment, diversity, and inclusion. It would be pointless and unfair if, for instance, only people who already enjoy using XR for socialisation volunteered to participate. With a recruitment strategy that relies upon self-selection, this is a real possibility. The deterring factors raised above touch on some of the issues identified on the XR ethics checklist. Potential participants might not even be aware of many of the ethics issues, but it is the responsibility of the research ethics committee to ensure that all are addressed appropriately.
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!I’m really curious about XR technologies and I would love to have the opportunity to immerse myself in a virtual world and engage with AI avatars. I would be excited to give it a go.
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There’s no way I’m going to wear those tracking devices. I value my privacy and who knows where that data will end up.<div></div></div></div></div>
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The thought of feeling cut off from reality scares me. Will I feel like I’m in control? What if I have a panic attack?<div></div></div></div></div>
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Loneliness is a problem for me. This study will offer an opportunity to engage more, either with avatars or new people. I wouldn’t mind either way.<div></div></div></div></div>
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I spend a lot of time in virtual worlds anyway. The study will give me an opportunity to reflect on how virtual environments affect my emotions and social wellbeing.<div></div></div></div></div>
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I’ve tried using a VR headset previously. It’s a hassle to set up, uncomfortable wear and it caused terrible motion sickness and headaches.<div></div></div></div></div>
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My disability means that I often feel isolated. But as a person with mobility challenges, I assume I can’t participate.<div></div></div></div></div>
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The idea that interaction with an avatar can help loneliness is warped. It’s not real!<div></div></div></div></div><div></div></div></div></div>
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Doing research with communities affected by climate change: Climate-conscious methodologies matrix (for students and citizen scientists) +
'''1. Main source:'''
Berseth, V. & Letourneau, A. (2025), Climate Change-Conscious Methodologies: Ethical Research in a Changing World. WIREs Clim Change, 16: e933.
https://doi.org/10.1002/wcc.933
'''2. Community-based climate research:'''
McNamara, K. E., & Buggy, L. (2017). Community-based climate change adaptation: a review of academic literature. Local Environment, 22(4), 443–460.
https://doi.org/10.1080/13549839.2016.1216954
'''3. Research in crisis / disaster contexts:'''
<span lang="EN-GB">Levac, J., Toal-Sullivan, D. & O`Sullivan, T.L. (2012) Household Emergency Preparedness: A Literature Review. J Community Health 37, 725–733 https://doi.org/10.1007/s10900-011-9488-x</span> +
What makes a Good Podcast in 2026?
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Doing research with communities affected by climate change: Climate-conscious methodologies matrix (for researchers and ethics reviewers) +
'''1. Main source:'''
Berseth, V. & Letourneau, A. (2025), Climate Change-Conscious Methodologies: Ethical Research in a Changing World. WIREs Clim Change, 16: e933.
https://doi.org/10.1002/wcc.933
'''2. Ethics in disaster / crisis research:'''
Browne, K. E., & Peek, L. (2014). Beyond the IRB: An ethical toolkit for long-term disaster research. International Journal of Mass Emergencies and Disasters, 32(1), 82–120.
https://hazards.colorado.edu/uploads/publications/22_2014%20Browne_Peek.pdf
'''3. Ethical challenges in crisis research governance:'''
Falb, K., Laird, B., Ratnayake, R., Rodrigues, K., & Annan, J. (2019). The ethical contours of research in crisis settings. Disasters, 43(4), 711–726.
https://doi.org/10.1111/disa.12398
'''4. Participatory / non-extractive disaster research:'''
Le Dé, L., Gaillard, J. C., & Friesen, W. (2015). Academics doing participatory disaster research: How participatory is it? Environmental Hazards, 14(1), 1–15.
https://doi.org/10.1080/17477891.2014.957636 +
