Testing AI translation vs. professional translation for knowledge resources for parents

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study compares an English knowledge-mobilization resource with the same content translated into another language, using both professionally translated and AI-generated translations. Participants are parents or caregiver adults who speak one of the four target languages and live in Canada. They will evaluate how easy the information is to understand and use. The study will examine whether AI can effectively translate KM resources for diverse linguistic groups while maintaining clarity and usefulness.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adult (18 years or older)
* Currently a parent or familial caregiver of a child (\<18 years)
* Lives in Canada
* First language (native language, language learned from birth) is Mandarin, Punjabi, Tagalog, or Urdu
* Able to communicate (read and respond to questions) in English
* Access to an electronic device (e.g., computer), Internet, and email

Exclusion Criteria:

* Under \<18 years
* Does not currently identify as a parent or familial caregiver of a child (\<18 years)
* Does not live in Canada
* Does not identify their first language as Mandarin, Punjabi, Tagalog, or Urdu
* Unable to communicate (read and respond to questions) in English
* No access to an electronic device (e.g., computer), Internet, or email

Where it's running

• University of Alberta
  Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Lisa Hartling, PhD — University of Alberta
• Study coordinator: Sarah A Elliott, PhD
• Email: se2@ualberta.ca
• Phone: 587-341-5520

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.