assent
儿童认可（区别于法定同意 consent），指儿童本人在研究中表达愿意参与。在儿童研究中通常被视为持续的、发展性适宜的过程，而非一次性签字。
English Definition
"In research with children, the child's affirmative agreement to participate, distinct from legal 'consent' given by a parent/guardian; treated as an ongoing, developmentally appropriate process."
用法说明 · 针对中文母语者
中文母语者很容易把 assent 和 consent 都译成'同意'。在儿童研究里务必区分：consent = 监护人法定授权；assent = 儿童本人意愿表达。论文里常并列写作 'informed consent/assent'。
常见错误
- ·把 assent 与 consent 混为一谈
- ·把 assent 视为一次性事件，忽视其'持续过程'的属性
真实用例 · 3 条
"close attention has been paid to ensure that, where possible, children's participation includes assent and fair means for inclusion."
"Our analysis reveals diverse ethical challenges and experiences: adapting materials based on the abilities, interests and agendas of the children, teachers, and schools, considering consent and assent as continuous processes, and exploring impacts beyond the project duration."
"many of these papers highlight issues such as power dynamics, recruitment, informed consent/assent, attribution, ownership, and impact, which are significant issues in any project entailing participation of children."