Research
We are here to help!
Request an appointment with Doug Canfield
LRC Coordinator
Request an appointment with Shaun Washington
IT Administrator
Reserve a carrell in the Language Assessment Center for testing
Research Services
You just read yet another efficacy study suggesting that a new technology can fit into a language-teaching or language-learning method that was created in the 20th century. But in your own research, you want to try a different approach. You’d like to produce a language research project that would define your field of study and put you (and your students) at the forefront of that field. Where do you start?
The Language Resource Center will help you discover the resources that will help you research language both in and out of the classroom. Then, we will help you to take research in new directions using the emerging tools and paradigms we employ. Whether it’s with qualitative, quantitative, or emerging methods, we can help you find and create the research tools you need.
Research Resources
Data Collection & Analysis
The LRC provides WLC-specific support and training on data analysis using field recorders, open-source survey tools, and screen-capture software and hardware.
Conference Support
We are here to partner with you to secure host status for a conference. We are also here to help you be successful at your conference.
CALL Research Paradigms
Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) is a primary charge of the LRC.
Consulting
We partner with UTK faculty on all aspects of researching language learning and teaching with technology
Research Workshops
The LRC offers support for researching language technology both as a research tool and as a method of enriching instruction
Have questions?
Dr. Doug Canfield and IT Tech Shaun Washington are here to help with all research efforts listed above. They are here to meet with you!
LRC Hours
M–F 8am – 5pm (Fall / Spring)
M–F 9am – 4pm (Summer)
Closed during holidays & study days
After Hours for WLC Faculty
AMB 4, 10, 12, 14, 15, and 17 are available to WLC faculty and instructors after hours with their VolCard. Approved WLC instructors with AMB offices enjoy 24-hour access to these production facilities. Email us to request access.
Location Information
Alumni Memorial Building
(Beside Neyland Stadium)
1408 Middle Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996-0250
865-974-0797
lrc@utk.edu