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Surveying Methods for Bilingual Construction Workers
With a shrinking supply of workers entering the construction industry, it is vital to maintain the current workforce. As a growing source of labor, more information is needed about Spanish-speaking construction workers, including their perceptions of discrimination. The purpose of this study is to identify Spanish-speaking workers' perceptions of discrimination in the construction industry including: (a) how the language barrier has affected communication at work, (b) opportunities and obstacles for advancement, (c) compensation, and (d) overall treatment at work. Data for this mixed-method study was collected through the use of a customized survey instrument and group discussions with participants using a foreign-born interpreter. Survey data collection for Spanish-speaking individuals, however, is often difficult to gather due to cultural differences that often exist between the researcher and the participants. This paper will review the survey development process for a bilingual population and surveying techniques used with this special population.
Surveying Methods for Bilingual Construction Workers
With a shrinking supply of workers entering the construction industry, it is vital to maintain the current workforce. As a growing source of labor, more information is needed about Spanish-speaking construction workers, including their perceptions of discrimination. The purpose of this study is to identify Spanish-speaking workers' perceptions of discrimination in the construction industry including: (a) how the language barrier has affected communication at work, (b) opportunities and obstacles for advancement, (c) compensation, and (d) overall treatment at work. Data for this mixed-method study was collected through the use of a customized survey instrument and group discussions with participants using a foreign-born interpreter. Survey data collection for Spanish-speaking individuals, however, is often difficult to gather due to cultural differences that often exist between the researcher and the participants. This paper will review the survey development process for a bilingual population and surveying techniques used with this special population.
Surveying Methods for Bilingual Construction Workers
Brummett, Jenna (author) / Nobe, MaryEllen C. (author)
Construction Research Congress 2009 ; 2009 ; Seattle, Washington, United States
Building a Sustainable Future ; 161-170
2009-04-01
Conference paper
Electronic Resource
English
Surveying Methods for Bilingual Construction Workers
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