UROP Research Mentor Project Submission Portal: Submission #1027

Research Mentor Information
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Primary Research Mentor Name: Hannah Hudson
Research Mentor Preferred Pronouns: She/Her
When potential research assistants are reaching out via email, what is your preferred honorific?: Ms. 
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated): hth14@fsu.edu
Position Title: Graduate Student
Faculty Advisor Name: Dr. Carla Wood
Faculty Advisor's FSU Email: carla.wood@cci.fsu.edu
FSU College (if applicable): Communication and Information
FSU Department or Non-FSU Organization Affiliation: Communication Science and Disorders
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Additional Research Mentor(s)
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Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from above): Ashley Ippolito
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Pronouns: She/Her
Research Assistant Supervisor Preferred Honorific?: Ms. 
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated): ai24c@fsu.edu
Name of Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) (if applicable): Dr. Shannon Hall-Mills
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Other Faculty/Collaborator(s) Preferred Honorific?: Dr. 
Contact Email (FSU Email if affiliated): shannon.hall-mills@cci.fsu.edu

Overall Project Details
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Title of the Project: Breaking Down Barriers: A Qualitative Study of SLP Literacy Challenges in Schools
Project Keywords: literacy, elementary, qualitative, perspectives, SLP
Are you currently looking for research assistants?: No
Number of Research Assistants Needed : 2
Relevant Research Assistant Major(s):
communication science and disorders, psychology, reading education, elementary education, special education, education, sociology, social work

Project Location:: On FSU Main Campus
If the project location is off campus, does the research assistant(s) need to provide their own transportation?: FSU bus
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
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:
This qualitative research project explores the barriers to effective literacy instruction as perceived by speech-language pathologists (SLPs). Through a structured survey study, we aim to capture the real-world challenges these professionals face when supporting students’ reading and language development. Particular attention will be paid to systemic obstacles, resource limitations, communication gaps between disciplines, and the needs of diverse learners. By centering the voices of those directly involved in literacy support, this study seeks to identify actionable insights that can inform more collaborative, equitable, and effective literacy practices in school settings.

Research Tasks:
Pre-Interview & Recruitment Tasks:
- Assist with IRB application materials (e.g., drafting consent forms or recruitment scripts)
- Identify and compile a list of potential school contacts or participants
- Distribute recruitment emails and follow up with interested participants
- Schedule interviews and maintain a participant tracking spreadsheet

Data Collection Support: 
- Prepare interview materials (e.g., protocols, consent forms, Zoom links)
- Take observational notes during interviews (if live or recorded)
- Monitor audio quality and troubleshoot tech issues (e.g., Zoom recording, mic setup)
- Help manage file storage for recordings and transcripts using secure platforms

Transcription & Data Management: 
- Transcribe interview recordings accurately and anonymize data
- Clean and format transcripts for coding (e.g., removing filler words, correcting errors)
- Organize transcripts and notes in a shared qualitative analysis database (e.g., Dedoose, NVivo, Excel)
- Assign pseudonyms and remove identifiable information

Data Analysis Support:
- Conduct preliminary read-throughs to identify emerging themes or patterns
- Assist in open coding or memo writing during thematic analysis
- Organize codes into categories or themes collaboratively with the research team
- Help create visual representations of data (e.g., theme maps or matrices)

Dissemination Tasks:
- Draft summaries of key findings or quotes for conference posters or presentations
- Assist with formatting citations, references, or APA-style documents
- Help design PowerPoint slides or research posters
- Review and edit written materials for clarity and cohesion

Professional Development Add-ons: 
- Attend lab meetings or debrief sessions to discuss ethical considerations, positionality, and researcher reflexivity
- Co-author conference abstracts or manuscripts (depending on level of involvement)
- Practice presenting findings in mock settings for future dissemination

Skills that research assistant(s) may need::
Cognitive & Academic Skills: 
- Critical thinking – to interpret responses and engage in early theme identification
- Attention to detail – for accurate transcription, data cleaning, and documentation
- Reading comprehension – to understand interview protocols, consent forms, and background literature
- Writing and summarizing – to draft memos, codebooks, or summaries of findings

Communication Skills: 
- Professional email etiquette – when contacting participants or coordinating interviews
- Active listening – when observing interviews or reviewing transcripts
- Collaborative dialogue – for sharing insights in analysis discussions or team meetings

Technical & Organizational Skills: 
- Familiarity with transcription tools (e.g., Otter.ai, Express Scribe)
- Basic file management – naming, storing, and organizing files securely
- Comfort with digital tools – Zoom, Google Drive, Excel, or qualitative software (e.g., Dedoose, NVivo)
- Time management – to meet deadlines for coding, transcription, or scheduling

Research-Specific Skills:
- Understanding of research ethics and confidentiality – especially in school-based or human subjects research
- Qualitative coding basics – recognizing themes, labeling data, and developing category systems
- Reflexivity – ability to consider one’s own biases or assumptions when working with participant data
- Data visualization – helpful for supporting posters or presentations

Interpersonal & Soft Skills: 
- Willingness to learn – particularly around school systems, SLP practices, or qualitative methods
- Empathy and respect – when working with sensitive narratives or professional experiences
- Flexibility and adaptability – especially when protocols evolve or data collection timelines shift

Mentoring Philosophy:
Our goal is to create a welcoming, supportive space where research assistants feel valued, encouraged, and excited to learn. We believe mentorship is a team effort, while we guide students through research skills and big-picture thinking, we also learn from their insights and energy.
We meet students where they are and build from there, offering hands-on training, clear expectations, and plenty of encouragement along the way. We care deeply about ethical, inclusive research and want students to feel proud of the work they do and the voices they help amplify.
Above all, we hope this experience helps students grow into confident, compassionate professionals who feel ready to make a difference, in research, in schools, and beyond!

Please provide a link to your publications, a video clip, or a website for your research project (if applicable):: https://fcrr.org/person/hannah-hudson-ms-ccc-slp
Please add any additional information here (if applicable)::
https://fcrr.org/person/ashley-ippolito-ms-cf-slp
https://x.com/hannahhuds995
https://x.com/ashippolito24


Are you interested in participating in the UROP Research Mentor Roundtable?: Yes
Roundtable times and Zoom links:
Tuesday, September 2nd at 4 pm
Thursday, September 4th at 4 pm 
Hannah Hudson is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Hannah Hudson's Personal Meeting Room
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/2395003446?pwd=Y96jC3EE8pbATJ7KtrYXf8a5f5VCbX.1

Meeting ID: 239 500 3446
Passcode: g6DH1w



Roundtable Info:
- Day: Tuesday, September 2
  Start Time: 4:00
  End Time: 4:30
  Zoom Link: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/2395003446?pwd=Y96jC3EE8pbA Meeting ID: 239 500 3446 Passcode: g6DH1wTJ7KtrYXf8a5f5VCbX.1
- Day: Thursday, September 4
  Start Time: 4:00
  End Time: 4:30
  Zoom Link: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/2395003446?pwd=Y96jC3EE8pbA Meeting ID: 239 500 3446 Passcode: g6DH1w

UROP Program Elements
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Mentor Handbook, FAQs, and Communication: Yes
UROP Performance Evaluation: Yes
Materials Grant: Yes
UROP Poster Presentation: Yes
Faculty Advisor Confirmation: Yes

Are you interested in attending in a UROP Research Mentor Workshop Series?: Yes
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Year: 2025
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