Are you deaf or hard of hearing? Did you grow up oral? Did you learn ASL later in life, when you were a teenager or older? If you answered yes to each question, please reach out!
The Modality, Acquisition, and Cognition (MAC) Lab at Gallaudet University is studying how deaf and hard-of-hearing people learn sign language as a second language, and we are looking for participants!
If you are interested or want to learn more, fill out the short eligibility survey using this link bit.ly/macstudy2024.
Please only open this link on a computer (desktop or laptop) using Google Chrome. You will not be able to access the link using a phone, tablet, or other internet browser.
If you qualify, you will need about 45 minutes after the eligibility survey to complete the online tasks. After completing those tasks, you will be asked to schedule a 45-minute Zoom meeting to complete more tasks.
If you complete all the tasks, you will receive $40.
This study has been approved by the Institutional Review Board at Gallaudet University.
If you have any questions, please email kaj.kraus@gallaudet.edu. Thank you!
The MAC Lab's primary goal is to improve the lives of deaf and hard of hearing individuals through groundbreaking research.
Our research projects involve a multidisciplinary team of experts in fields such as linguistics, engineering, and deaf education. We also collaborate with external partners, including academic institutions and organizations that serve the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.
Yes, we are seeking participants for our research studies to help us gather valuable insights. If you are interested in participating, please visit our website's "research" section to learn about ongoing projects and find out if you are eligible to participate.
To stay informed about our latest research projects and events, we encourage you to visit our "Blog" page regularly. Here, you'll find in-depth articles and updates on our work. Additionally, you can sign up for our newsletter via the "Contact Us" section and follow us on social media platforms for timely announcements and news. Please follow MACLab Instagram @Maclab23 or click Instagram link here https://www.instagram.com/maclab23?igsh=MWYxcGFjMjd0YXl0MA==
Lillo-Martin, D., Gagne, D., & Chen Pichler, D. (2022)
Kraus, K., & Gagne, D. (2021)