Do you care for a child with a cochlear implant?
The University of Melbourne invites you to participate in a research project exploring the views of parents and caregivers of children who received a cochlear implant at a young age (under 3 years old). The purpose of this research project is to ask parents and caregivers what they think of a digital tool we are developing to support families before and after their child receives a cochlear implant.
Your participation will involve joining an online focus group session. In this session you can share your thoughts on an early version of the tool we are creating. We aim to better understand what you think about the tool’s content, appearance, and features. Then we can use what you tell us to further develop the tool.
Should you agree to participate, you will be invited to join an online focus group session at a particular time on Zoom. Each focus group session will include up to 10 other parents or caregivers and two audiologists who are researchers on the project. The session will last approximately 90 minutes, including a 10-minute break. It will be recorded (both video and audio). During this focus group session, we will ask you questions about the tool we are developing. You will also have the chance to talk about what you like about the tool and what you do not like. The focus group session will be scheduled at a time and date that works best for the majority of participants, including the option for evenings or weekends if needed.
Additionally, once you have signed this consent form, you will be asked to answer a few background questions.
There are no costs associated with participating in this research project. As a token of
appreciation for your time and contribution, you will receive a $100 Mastercard Prepaid Gift Card via email or text message after the focus group session.
Who can take part?
You are eligible to take part if you are:
- a parent/carer of a child or young person who received a cochlear implant at a young age (under 3 years old)
To take part in the survey:
Please scan the above QR code or contact the researcher per the details below.
Any questions or want more information?
Contact Dilshan Delgama from the Department of Audiology & Speech Pathology at the University of Melbourne on 0415 727 821, or email at ddelgama@student.unimelb.edu.au
More information:
- Participate in research | ADK
