International Crisis Map Symbology Survey--Final |
1. Informed Consent Statement
Faculty and students at Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois, U.S.A., are conducting a research study to identify challenges in the development of map symbols for hazard, risk, and crisis/humanitarian relief mapping by humanitarian organisations, international agencies, national governments, and NGOs around the world. We invite you to participate in the study by completing the following short questionnaire.
The purpose of the questionnaire is to identify common challenges encountered by organisations and agencies in order to guide improved "best practices" for map symbology development to support humanitarian relief activities. In the following survey, you will be asked to provide input on your experiences in the use, design, and development of maps and map symbols used for hazard, risk, and crisis/humanitarian relief mapping activities. Please answer each question to the best of your ability. The survey is easy to complete. Your input will be of great value to the international community of humanitarian organisations and NGOs, and results from the project will be available upon request. If you have any questions about the project, please contact John Kostelnick, Department of Geography-Geology, Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois, U.S.A. (E-mail: jkostelnick@ilstu.edu; Phone: 1-309-438-7679).
Important Disclaimer: The following information is provided so that you can decide whether you wish to participate in the following survey. Refusal to participate in the survey will not involve any penalty or loss of benefits. You should be aware that even if you agree to participate you are free to withdraw at any time without penalty or loss of benefits whatsoever. The discomforts and risks are minimal. As you will be asked to reflect on challenges you and your organisation face in the use of cartographic symbols for hazard, risk, and crisis maps, it is not anticipated you will experience any risks beyond what you experience in everyday life. The survey should take approximately 10 minutes to complete. All responses to the questions will be completely anonymous. Your participation is voluntary and is appreciated. Questions about your rights as a participant in the study may be addressed to Kathy Spence, Illinois State University Research Ethics & Compliance Office (Phone: 1-309-438-2529).
By clicking the "Next" button below, you indicate your consent to participate in the survey and affirm that you are at least 18 years or older.
The purpose of the questionnaire is to identify common challenges encountered by organisations and agencies in order to guide improved "best practices" for map symbology development to support humanitarian relief activities. In the following survey, you will be asked to provide input on your experiences in the use, design, and development of maps and map symbols used for hazard, risk, and crisis/humanitarian relief mapping activities. Please answer each question to the best of your ability. The survey is easy to complete. Your input will be of great value to the international community of humanitarian organisations and NGOs, and results from the project will be available upon request. If you have any questions about the project, please contact John Kostelnick, Department of Geography-Geology, Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois, U.S.A. (E-mail: jkostelnick@ilstu.edu; Phone: 1-309-438-7679).
Important Disclaimer: The following information is provided so that you can decide whether you wish to participate in the following survey. Refusal to participate in the survey will not involve any penalty or loss of benefits. You should be aware that even if you agree to participate you are free to withdraw at any time without penalty or loss of benefits whatsoever. The discomforts and risks are minimal. As you will be asked to reflect on challenges you and your organisation face in the use of cartographic symbols for hazard, risk, and crisis maps, it is not anticipated you will experience any risks beyond what you experience in everyday life. The survey should take approximately 10 minutes to complete. All responses to the questions will be completely anonymous. Your participation is voluntary and is appreciated. Questions about your rights as a participant in the study may be addressed to Kathy Spence, Illinois State University Research Ethics & Compliance Office (Phone: 1-309-438-2529).
By clicking the "Next" button below, you indicate your consent to participate in the survey and affirm that you are at least 18 years or older.