Committee on the Use of Human Subjects (CUHSR/IRB)

PROPOSAL ID:	1612
TITLE:	SURVEYING EFFECTS OF AGE, GENDER, AND EDUCATION LEVEL ON ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
PRINCIPLE INVESTIGATOR:	SWAFFORD, RYAN COMMUNICATION 816-294-4021 RSWAFFORD@MISSOURIWESTERN.EDU
OTHER INVESTIGATORS:
IRB SUMMARY:	File Created: October 8, 2012 Department Chair Action Date: October 8, 2012 Current Status: Final Status Report Received
Confidentiality	Data are not linked to individuals

ABSTRACT
The purpose of this study is to find the effects that gender, age, and level of education have on peoples' environmental awareness. The researcher's hypothesis will be examined using an anonymous survey, with questions based upon a 5-point Likert scale and a forced choice format. Data will be analyzed using SPSS software, and specifically, a one-way ANOVA. Overall, results may benefit businesses in a public relations aspect by helping them develop effective methods toward corporate social responsibility.
Final Report on 12-10-2012
Research study completed. Data collection stopped.

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