Remote Child Language Impairment
Research Study
Researchers at Boys Town National Research Hospital are conducting a study to better understand why some words are more difficult to learn than others.
Fast Facts
Child Experiencing Language Challenges
Ages 5-10
Earn up to $75 & Pair of Headphones
Conducted Remotely
Study Background
Researchers at Boys Town National Research Hospital are conducting a study to investigate how the words a child already knows may affect their ability to learn new words.
In this study, researchers are investigating phonological networks (groups of similar-sounding words) and word learning to better understand why children may find some words more difficult to learn than others.
This fully remote study will consist of up to 3 Zoom video calls, each lasting approximately 60 minutes. During sessions, children will learn the names of cartoon aliens and complete various language and cognitive assessments. Sessions can be scheduled on weekdays or weekends.
Participants will receive up to $75 and a pair of headphones is included!
Study Background
Researchers at Boys Town National Research Hospital are conducting a study to investigate how the words a child already knows may affect their ability to learn new words.
In this study, researchers are investigating phonological networks (groups of similar-sounding words) and word learning to better understand why children may find some words more difficult to learn than others.
This fully remote study will consist of up to 3 Zoom video calls, each lasting approximately 60 minutes. During sessions, children will learn the names of cartoon aliens and complete various language and cognitive assessments. Sessions can be scheduled on weekdays or weekends.
Participants will receive up to $75 and a pair of headphones is included!
Additional Information
In this research study, researchers at Boys Town National Research Hospital are investigating how the words a child already knows may affect their ability to learn new words. This will help educators to tailor vocabulary instruction to individual students’ needs.
Your child may qualify for a study if they meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Ages 5-10
- Experience language challenges (e.g. difficulties with speaking, listening, reading, writing, learning, or attention)
This fully remote study consists of up to 3 Zoom video calls, each lasting approximately 60 minutes.
During these calls, your child will learn the names of cartoon aliens and complete various language and cognitive assessments.
Sessions can be scheduled on weekdays or weekends, and the assessment results can be shared with you.
Your family can receive up to $75 and a pair of headphones for your time and effort.
There is no cost for your family to participate in our research study.
