UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal: Submission #811

Submission information
Submission Number: 811
Submission ID: 14681
Submission UUID: 2b31d709-8264-4fd1-ab0f-eaa059eb6eed

Created: Fri, 08/16/2024 - 10:32 AM
Completed: Fri, 08/16/2024 - 10:32 AM
Changed: Fri, 09/13/2024 - 09:16 AM

Remote IP address: 146.201.55.114
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English

Is draft: No
Primary Research Mentor Name Janae Duclos
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When potential research assistants are reaching out via email, what is your preferred honorific? Dr.
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated) jduclosfrancois@fcrr.org
Position Title Faculty
FSU College (if applicable) Education, Health, and Human Sciences
FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation Florida State University, College of Education
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Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from above)
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Name of Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) (if applicable)
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Title of the Project Enhancing self-determination instruction for transition-aged young adults with disabilities
Project Keywords Transition planning, self-determination training, young adults with disabilities
Are you currently looking for research assistants? No
Number of Research Assistants Needed 2
Relevant Research Assistant Major(s) open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
If the project location is off campus, does the research assistant(s) need to provide their own transportation? No, the project is remote
Please select the choice that most accurately describes your expectations for the research assistant(s): Partially Remote
Approximately how many hours a week would the research assistant(s) need to work? 5-10 hours a week
Roughly what time frame do you expect research assistant(s) to work? Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Overall Research Project Description The primary purpose of this study is to examine the effects of enhanced self-determination instruction using conversational small-group communication activities (C3 for Me) alongside a published self-determination curriculum (“Whose Future is it Anyway”) on self-determination skills of transition-aged young adults with disabilities.
● To explore the teachers' perceptions towards enhanced self-determination instruction, their understanding of the concept of self-determination, and their experiences with implementing self-determination training in their classrooms.
● To examine teacher’s perceptions towards (C3 for Me) and the significance of self-determination skills learned, instructional priority of self-determination instruction, and feasibility of C3 Communication Cards Activity within instruction.
Research Tasks Primary research tasks will include data collection and analysis (both quantitative and qualitative)
inputting the data into a spreadsheet and transferring into a software like SPSS for descriptive and inferential analysis. Sorting, and coding the interviews to identify themes is another task as well.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Literature review- recommended
Data collection- recommended (quantitative and qualitative)
Data analysis- recommended
quantitative analysis- required
qualitative analysis- recommended
Mentoring Philosophy As a mentor, my goal is to create a supportive and empowering environment where individuals can discover their passions, build their capacity, develop their skills and reach their full potential. I believe in the power of active listening and understanding and strive to foster a growth mindset. I encourage my mentees to view challenges as opportunities for learning and personal growth. Together, we will explore ways to overcome obstacles, develop resilience and embrace a lifelong learning mindset. I strive to foster and encourage creativity and innovation through problem solving and hands on learning experiences. Lastly, I strongly believe in the power of positivity and kindness I aim to create a safe and non-judgmental space where mentees feel comfortable expressing themselves and making mistakes. Overall, my mentoring philosophy is centered around empowering others, fostering growth and creativity, and creating a positive and supportive environment for personal and professional development.
Please provide a link to your publications, a video clip, or a website for your research project (if applicable): https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.25892767.v1
Please add any additional information here (if applicable): https://c3forme.org/
Are you interested in participating in the UROP Research Mentor Roundtable? No
Roundtable times and Zoom links
Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication Yes
UROP Performance Evaluation Yes
Materials Grant Yes
UROP Poster Presentation Yes
Year 2024