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Word Learning Noise in Children​

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to identify the effect background noise has on children’s ability to learn and remember new words. Guided by a researcher, participants will complete a hearing screening, complete problem-solving and language tasks, and play word-learning games over the course of 4 sessions.​

Who can participate?

  • Who: Children with typical hearing development, Children who have not received speech-language services within 6 months
  • Age: 4-6 years old
  • Compensation: $20/hour for the initial assessment, $10/hour for each subsequent session for a total of up to $50-$70 (eGift Card)
  • Time:
    • Qualification/eligibility visit: 1.5 hours
    • Three training visits: 45 minutes – 1 hour each
  • Visit Type: In-person
  • Requirements: Exposure to English by one parent/guardian from birth, normal hearing, no speech-language services within the past 6 months, no diagnosis of neurological conditions or intellectual disabilities.

For more information or to see if your child qualifies, please contact:

Stephanie Uglow, MS, CCC-SLPLanguage Learning & Memory Lab Manager, (531) 355-5006 or stephanie.uglow@boystown.org

Sign Up to​ Participate

Call (531) 355-5006 or fill out the form​ below:​

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