"Interplay of EMI Conversations and Neurodiversification in Academic Education"
Summary:
We are inviting neurodivergent native English speakers from the United States and Canada to take part in an international research project exploring online conversations with Polish university teachers. Through friendly, one-to-one conversations in English, we aim to explore how people with different experiences and perspectives can learn from one another, build understanding and contribute to more inclusive approaches to higher education. The study also examines participants’ experiences of online interaction and its potential to support self-esteem and a sense of agency.
Researchers:
Izabela Mikolajewska
Who can participate?
Neurodivergent adults from the United States and Canada whose native language is English and who are willing to take part in online conversations with Polish academic teachers. Participants should be able to attend the sessions on Microsoft Teams and complete the related online questionnaires and interviews.
What's involved?
Participants will take part in 20 online conversation sessions, each lasting 45 minutes, with a Polish academic teacher on Microsoft Teams. They will also complete online questionnaires before and after the sessions and at a follow-up stage, and participate in an individual interview (approximately 15 minutes) and a focus group interview (approximately 30 minutes). Participation is voluntary.
How will participants be compensated?
Participants who complete the full study cycle, including the conversations, questionnaires and interviews, will receive a financial voucher in recognition of their time and contribution. No voucher will be provided if a participant withdraws before completing the study.
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