Hello!
My name is Beth Towle and I am an Associate Professor of English at Salisbury University. I would like to invite you to participate in my research study to understand the experiences of writing center tutors during the recruitment, hiring, and training phases of staffing. You may participate if you are an undergraduate/peer, graduate, or professional tutor over the age of 18. You must be currently working in or worked in a writing in the last two years.
As a participant, you will be asked to fill out an anonymous survey that takes about 15 minutes to complete and is composed of both closed- and open-ended questions. Like all studies, this one contains the risk of discomfort or loss of time in completing the survey. However, it will also give participants the benefit of reflecting on their staffing and tutoring experiences. The survey is anonymous and cannot be tied to your identity or your institution. Participation is voluntary and will not impact your standing or relationship with Salisbury University.
The first 50 participants will each receive a $10 Barnes and Noble e-gift card as a token of my gratitude for your time.
If you would like to participate in this research study, please click the link to the survey: https://salisbury.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0pLiadgpxKGcF2S
If you have questions later, please contact me by email at batowle or by phone at 410-546- 2883.
If you have any adverse effects or concerns about the research, please contact the primary investigator using the contact information above or the Office of Graduate Studies and Research at Salisbury University at 410-548-3549 or toll free 1-888-543-0148. This research is approved by Salisbury University’s IRB under protocol number 613.
Thank you for your consideration,
Beth Towle
Beth A. Towle, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of English
Associate Director of the University Writing Center
Salisbury University
(Pronouns: she/her)