The LSU Early Childhood Education Laboratory Preschool (ECE Lab Preschool) is committed to fostering high quality research and academic projects while protecting the children and families we serve.

We therefore adhere to the ethical guidelines outlined by LSU and NIH for research with human subjects. We have established the following procedures in relation to this goal. 

Individuals wishing to conduct research or academic projects should submit an abstract and provide evidence of IRB Approval (for research projects only). Please note proposals require at least two weeks for review.

Requests are reviewed by the ECE Lab Preschool Research Auxilliary Council. The following are considered by the review committee:

• feasibility of proposed methods within the context
• safety/well-being of child participants
• project timeline and preschool program goals
• level of required family involvement
• impact of the research or project on classroom schedules and space

After receiving project approval from the ECE Lab Preschool Research Auxilliary Council, you must complete the required background check.   To initiate the background check process, personnel must schedule an appointment at the preschool by email.  This process typically takes three to five business days.  We must have a completed background check prior to the start of data collection. 

Complete steps as required by the review panel may include:

• schedule time with the director to plan for recruitment, training of staff and research to be conducted as directed by the Researc Auxilliary Council
• schedule a training session
• be available to respond to questions and concerns raised by parents

Upon completion of your project, a summary of research or project results should be sent to the Research Advisory Board, parents of participating children, and/or participating teachers.