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MA Dissertation Data Collection

Vicki Jade Stevensonv.j.stevenson@bristol.ac.uk

MA Data Collection

• My MA dissertation
• How you can help me
• Disclosure
• Next steps

What is my dissertation about?

Using learner corpora to analyse the use of stance in students’ academic presentations This study will analyse the use of stance B1 and B2 level learners of English L1 Mandarin Chinese and Arabic This study aims to provide an understanding of how these learners use stance to provide pedagogical implications for English for Academic Purposes courses

What I will do with your data?

For my dissertation I will be using the transcript of your study. Presentation will be transcribed using closed caption technology. Any information that can make you identifiable (e.g., name) will be removed from the transcript. The transcript of your presentation will be analysed using corpus analysis. The results of this study may be published and / or presented at meetings or academic conferences.

How you can help me

Provide consent to use your end of term recorded presentation for use in my study. Complete consent form Complete short form with background information (e.g., languages spoken and English level) Allow me to record your final presentation Please note that I am interested in what you say, so I can just record your voice if this makes you feel more comfortable.

Discolsure

Participation is voluntary Your identity will remain anonymous As a volunteer you can stop any participation or withdraw from the study at any time before 31/08/2022, without giving a reason

Next steps

Download and sign consent form Consent form link https://1drv.ms/w/s!AndSrOynhESPovAHmjrWejq2Zq7Pfw?e=5oje1d Send the consent form to v.j.stevenson@bristol.ac.uk I will send you a participant number and a link to a form Complete the form (5 minutes)

Thanks!

v.j.stevenson@bristol.ac.uk