I know we get a lot of research study requests here. Another one came across my desk today. I tend to participate in the studies that involve student research toward graduate degrees--I enjoy helping students and advancing research.
This study is in regards to SCI and adaptive technology. I'm going to cut and paste the info below. Thank you for your consideration. Don Price Tempe, AZ ---------------------------------------------------------- Hello: My name is Behnush Barzegarian, and I am a doctoral learner at Capella University. I would like to invite you to participate in my study; participation in this project will count towards completion of my dissertation and part of my doctoral degree. You will be asked to complete a set of questionnaires measuring your confidence in work skills (you do not have to be employed) and satisfaction with assistive technology. All in all the surveys should take approximately 5-10 minutes or so. The Work Skills Inventory will generate an outcome report that discusses your level of confidence with seven different work skill groups. This report may be of interest to you in present or future career planning. Though the purpose of my current study is to complete my dissertation research, I plan to do so much more with the information – write journal articles, educate employers on importance of assistive technology in the workplace, and share findings with organizations so that they can use the information for advocacy. In order to participate in the study you must meet the following requirements: · Have a Spinal Cord Injury (spectrum may range from non-severe to severe) · Are between the ages of 18 to 65 · Use a type of assistive technology for the computer (i.e. speech to text, alternate mouse, alternate keyboard) · DO NOT have to be employed at this time. Keep in mind that your participation is completely voluntary. If you do chose to participate, as a thank you for assisting the researcher, you will have the option to enter your mailing address to receive a $5 gift card to Starbucks. If you have any questions and/or would like to contact me to participate in the study, please email me at [email protected], you may also call the phone number listed above. A consent form with further detail can be provided at that time. Sincerely, Behnush Barzegarian Ph.D. Candidate at Capella University
