Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia
Exploring Parents’ Journeys in Dyslexia Identification and Support
Research Participants Needed
Are you the parent or caregiver of a school-aged child (kindergarten – 12th grade) who has previously experienced or is currently experiencing reading difficulties? We want to hear from you!
Researchers at the Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia are seeking parents and caregivers of school-aged children (kindergarten through 12th grade) who have previously experienced or are currently experiencing reading difficulties for a research study. The purpose of the study is to gain a deeper understanding of families’ experiences when navigating the processes of screening for reading difficulties, identification of reading disability, and accessing supports and services for their children.
Participation includes completing an online survey (approximately 25-30 minutes) asking you to describe your experiences. Every reasonable effort will be made by the researcher to preserve your confidentiality except in cases where the researcher is obligated legally to report specific incidents that might violate currently established laws. There are no more than minimal risks associated with participation. There are no direct benefits associated with participation; however, by participating in this research, you will give important insights that may contribute to meaningful change for students and their families.
All participants may enter to win one of five $25 Amazon gift cards!
Contact Information
Principal Investigator: Perihan “Gamze” Mert | pgm2u@mtmail.mt.mtsu
Faculty Advisor: Karen F. Kehoe, Ph.D. | (615) 494-8885 | karen.kehoe@mtsu.edu
Study Details
This study, titled, Exploring Parents’ Journeys in Dyslexia Identification and Support, has been approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) of Middle Tennessee State University, under protocol number IRB-FY2025-177. For additional information about your rights as a participant in this study, please contact the MTSU Office of Compliance at (615) 494-8918 or via email at: irb_information@mtsu.edu (https://www.mtsu.edu/irb)
Thank you for considering participation in this study!