Listener Research Participation Opportunity: Simulation-Based Active Listening Training

Stanford University is conducting a research study to collaboratively develop technologies for simulation-based training of active listening skills. We are seeking participants to shape the design and evaluation of a Simulated Support Seeker. This technology could be useful in a dynamic 'sandbox' environment for a listener to interactively practice different conversational scenarios, without the need for a trained actor to role-play with.

At this initial stage, we are recruiting participants for an online interview + design input session.

In the session, you will be invited to:

(1) Share your thoughts about the diversity of help seeker personas and behaviors that a Simulated Support Seeker should portray; 

(2) Use a specially created tool to construct cases and guide the design of the Simulated Support Seeker.

The study will take approximately 1 hour to complete and you will be compensated with a $25 Amazon gift card for your participation. 

Participant Requirements:

Listeners interested in participating:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• Must be located in the U.S.

• Must have completed 30+ conversations as a listener on 7 Cups.

  
  Participants with experience in the 7 Cups Mock Chat program are especially encouraged to apply.

If you are interested in participating in this research, please fill out this interest form. We will reach out to you if you are a fit for the study.