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Approaches to Research on L2 Oral Communication

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This chapter first presents the three main approaches in studying L2 oral communication and speaking: qualitative, quantitative and mixed. It shows how the main trends in the field have shifted from a quantitative into a qualitative approach and more recently to mixed approaches. Next, the techniques used for collecting data in these different types of research are presented. The subsequent section of this chapter discusses the production and perception aspects of research on pronunciation, followed by a presentation of innovative approaches to research on pronunciation. This includes developing models which are representative of an authentic and ‘international’ accent as well as using ultrasound, as a new channel for signals, for teaching pronunciation. The concluding section of this chapter presents tasks and techniques for eliciting oral data.

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Transgenderism and pronouns: Assessing the communication practices of Christian college students

Danielle Malanowski

Liberty University

The issue of transgenderism has been part of prominent public and academic discussions in recent years and as such ought to be addressed by communication scholars. One area of communication research t..

The issue of transgenderism has been part of prominent public and academic discussions in recent years and as such ought to be addressed by communication scholars. One area of communication research that is missing from the current body of literature is that of preferred pronoun usage amongst religious groups, particularly Christians. This study offers insight into this issue by answering the following research questions: how do members of Generation Z attending a Christian university adapt or not adapt their communication to accommodate individuals who identify as transgender? and what motivates members of Generation Z attending a Christian university to adapt or not adapt their communication to accommodate individuals who identify as transgender? A qualitative survey of Generation Z college students attending a Christian university was conducted to assess their perspectives. This survey was then analyzed via thematic coding through the lens of Communication Accommodation Theory. Results indicate these students have varying approaches to communicating with and about those who identify as transgender, with some gravitating toward the use of accommodating language and some gravitating toward nonaccommodation. The desire to communicate love and express their own beliefs characterized their motivations for varying these approaches. The results of this study can be utilized by pastors, policy makers, political candidates, and other scholars to better understand the perspectives of young Christians and their interpersonal communication tendencies with those who identify as transgender.

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The Clinical Research Coordinator will join the Clinical Research Central Office (CRCO) at the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC) to work on cancer clinical research within one or more Disease-Oriented Teams under the direction of a Clinical Team Manager. The UWCCC participates in Phase I, II and III oncology clinical research funded by national, federal and private sponsors. This position will interface with hospital personnel, inpatient and outpatient clinics and a referral network as necessary to identify, collect, and disseminate patient and protocol information. The selected candidate must demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills and an ability to work with patients and health care providers. The incumbent will work independently and as part of a group on multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing projects based on deadlines and interdisciplinary collaboration. Attention to detail, time management and excellent organization will be critical to the success of this position.

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• 5% Schedules logistics, determines workflows, and secures resources for a defined clinical research trial(s)
• 30% Recruits, screens, selects, determines eligibility and enrolls trial participants, collects information, and answers questions under supervision of a medically licensed professional. May perform basic medical assessments after completion of required training/certification, such as collecting vital signs, obtaining weight, and performing phlebotomy
• 30% Manages research workflow components, collects, prepares, processes, and submits participant data and samples to appropriate entities, adhering to research protocols
• 5% Identifies work unit resources needs and manages supply and equipment inventory levels
• 30% Serves as an initial point of contact for clinical research participants and clinical staff, providing information regarding research procedures, expectations, and informational inquiries. Ensures participants follow the research protocol and alerts Principal Investigator of issues

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Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

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- Work experience should demonstrate dependability, flexibility, and maturity. Candidates must be effective at building interpersonal relationships with constructive interactions, be clear and effective communicators, promote and create collegial environments that value accountability. Employees will also be expected to uphold UWCCC core values as defined below: - Respect: Demonstrate respect for self and others -- behave professionally. - Integrity: Act with integrity and honesty. - Teamwork: Commit to and demonstrate teamwork. - Excellence: Ensure excellence, quality, and high ethical standards in conduct and performance. -TB testing and a Caregiver Background Check will be required at the time of employment. This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial Caregiver Check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and then every four years. Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

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