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French and Chinese native speakers wanted!

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French and Chinese native  students are required for a study in to the brain activity associated with spelling and sound, organised by Gary, a PhD student and demonstrator in Psychology.


What is the criteria to take part?

  • 18 years of age or over
  • Right-handed
  • Native French

OR

  • Native Chinese
  • English as second language
  • IELTS of 6.5 or higher
  • No language/learning/neurological disorders

What is the study about?

The study will look at any differences in reading between native and non-native speakers by investigating the sequence of brain activity associated with orthography (spelling/form) and phonology (sound).

What will I need tEEG psycholinguistics study - French and Chinese participant advertisement (2)o do?

You will need to be able to come to Sheffield Hallam University at Collegiate Campus and be available for 2 hours.

The study involves reading and responding to English words from a computer screen while connected to an EEG (electroencephalography) machine. The study will take 2 hours.

Will I be paid for my time?

You will be given a £20.00 voucher for your time.
How can I take part?

If you would like to take part email Gary at g.dicks@shu.ac.uk