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Determining if a Classroom Activity Qualifies as Research

Does my teaching study require IRB approval?

The answer is yes, if:

• You will be using the data in your dissertation or thesis.

• The data will be published (including at the GSU library).

• The data will be used to create a presentation that will be given at a peer-reviewed or professional conference.

The answer is no, if:

• You will be collecting the data only to better your teaching skills.

• The data will be shared only on a casual basis with other teachers close to you.

• You will share the data only within the school.

• You will present the data only to the principal. 

• You will be presenting the data only to your teacher, class members, and other GSU students and faculty (not for a thesis or dissertation).