
Description
Perfect for Non-Native English Speakers who want to master their language skills while working through academic goals.
Bring your project to life with guidance from an experienced Ph.D. anthropologist and educator specializing in qualitative and social science research. Whether you’re an undergraduate designing your first ethnographic study, a graduate student refining a thesis or dissertation, or a professional developing a research proposal, this lab will help you transform your ideas into a well-structured, compelling, and executable project.
We’ll work step-by-step to:
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Define clear, researchable questions
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Choose the right qualitative methods (interviews, observation, case studies, etc.)
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Identify theoretical frameworks that strengthen your analysis
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Build an actionable, ethical research design
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Anticipate challenges and find creative solutions
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Align your work with academic or professional publication standards
Your session can focus on creating a new project, revamping an existing one, or final polishing before launch or submission. Every meeting is tailored to your needs—academic, creative, or applied social research.
I hold a Ph.D. in Anthropology, an M.A. from Yale University, and have trained nearly 100 researchers in the field. I’ve advised high school, university, and graduate students, as well as guided professionals in understanding human behavior, systems, and strategy.
Bring your questions. Bring your ideas. Let’s work through them together.
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Ph.D. in Cultural Anthropology – The Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C.
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M.A. in Anthropology – Yale University
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B.A. in Anthropology – University of Connecticut
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Director, Isla Mujeres Ethnographic Field School – Training nearly 100 researchers in ethnographic and qualitative research methods.
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25+ years’ experience teaching and mentoring at high school, university, and professional levels.
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Research expertise in medical anthropology, qualitative methods, social theory, and cross-cultural communication.
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Publications in peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes; invited speaker at universities and professional conferences worldwide.
Cafetalk's cancellation policy
Before request is confirmed (fixed)
- Cancellation possible at any time without charge.
After request is confirmed (fixed)
- More than 24 hours before lesson start time.→ Cancellation is possible at any time.
- Less than 24 hours before lesson start time.→ The tutor may take a cancellation fee.
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No-Show→ The tutor may take a cancellation fee.
(Please check with the tutor for details.)
Lessons by this tutor
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Culture Shock: For Students Studying Abroad in the USA
Discussions with an Anthropologist50min 10,000P -
STEM for the Real World: Present Your Research, Ideas & Expertise with Global Impact
Master the Art of Explaining Complex Ideas to Any Audience50min 10,000P -
STEM for the Real World: Present Your Research, Ideas & Expertise with Global Impact
Master the Art of Explaining Complex Ideas to Any Audience50min 10,000P -
Ph.D. Dissertation Support – Social Science Research
High-level guidance for doctoral research in the social sciences50min 10,000P -
Master’s Thesis Guidance – Social Sciences
Expert mentorship from proposal to final defense.50min 10,000P -
Capstone Project Coaching – Social Science Focus
Turn your capstone into a professional-level research project50min 10,000P -
IB Thesis Guidance - Social Sciences & Humanities
Expert support for every stage of your IB thesis — from research design to final polish50min 10,000P -
Happy Hour: Life, Work, and Big Ideas
Relaxed conversations with a Ph.D. anthropologist — share ideas, solve challenges, and explore new perspectives50min 10,000P -
Research Therapy: Fix, Focus, and Finish Your Project
Untangle your research challenges with a Ph.D. mentor — from idea to polished paper.50min 10,000P -
Office Hours with an Anthropologist: Ask Me Anything
Academic mentorship, life planning, critical conversations — guided by a PhD social scientist50min 10,000P -
Ph.D. Dissertation Support – Social Science Research (for non-native English speakers)
High-level guidance for doctoral research in the social sciences - Perfect for Non-Native English Speakers50min 10,000P -
Master’s Thesis Guidance – Social Sciences (for non-native English speakers)
Expert mentorship from proposal to final defense - Perfect for Non-Native English Speakers50min 10,000P -
Capstone Project Coaching – Social Science Focus (for non-native English speakers)
Turn your capstone into a professional-level research project - Perfect for Non-Native English Speakers50min 10,000P -
IB Thesis Guidance - Social Sciences & Humanities (for non-native English speakers)
Expert support for every stage of your IB thesis — from research design to final polish. - Perfect for Non-Native English Speakers50min 10,000P -
Happy Hour: Life, Work, and Big Ideas (for non-native English speakers)
Relaxed conversations with a Ph.D. anthropologist — share ideas, solve challenges, and explore new perspectives - Perfect for Non-Native English Speakers50min 10,000P -
Project Design Lab: Social Sciences & Humanities (for non-native English speakers)
Turn Ideas Into Impact — Expert Guidance from Concept to Completion - Perfect for Non-Native English Speakers50min 10,000P -
Research Therapy: Fix, Focus, and Finish Your Project (for non-native English speakers)
Untangle your research challenges with a Ph.D. mentor — from idea to polished paper. - Perfect for Non-Native English Speakers50min 10,000P -
Office Hours with an Anthropologist: Ask Me Anything (for non-native English speakers)
Academic mentorship, life planning, critical conversations — guided by a PhD social scientist - Perfect for Non-Native English Speakers50min 10,000P