Motivation to Participate in Accent Training Services Among Bilingual and Multilingual Individuals in the US, 2024
Scope and Content Note
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Dates
- 2024
Creator
- Grader, Lior (Author, Person)
Conditions Governing Use
The thesis is restricted due to FERPA, permission from the author is required before you can view the thesis.
Extent
68 pages
Language of Materials
From the record group: English
From the record group: Chinese
From the record group: Spanish; Castilian
Overview
"Accent training services, facilitated by Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), aim to help individuals who speak English with an accent to work on their communication and pronunciation skills. This practice has sparked debates within the field, questioning whether it perpetuates bias against culturally diverse individuals or serves as a beneficial tool for career advancement and social integration. Using a mixed method approach of quantitative and qualitative data collection, we elicited information about accent training services using a questionnaire and semi-structured interviews with individuals who had participated in these services. We investigated the participants' motivation in seeking accent training services, the impact, and perceptions of the training. Results revealed that accent training services are valuable. Participants shared experiences of navigating societal biases as non-native English speakers and highlighted challenges in accessing affordable training providers. The research indicates that accent training services can be instrumental in fostering individual empowerment within the linguistically diverse community." -- Abstract
Physical Location
RG 010.02C Communication Studies
Physical Description
68 pages
Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
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