Creating a preschool curriculum using gaming to improve speech and language skills
Development of preschool speech-to-print curricula with online gaming technology for early language development
This study is testing a fun new preschool program called Finnegan the Dragon, which uses online games to help kids aged 2-6 improve their speech and language skills while making learning enjoyable and interactive, both in the classroom and at home.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Finnegan the Dragon, INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hillsboro, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10919549 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a preschool curriculum that integrates online gaming technology to enhance speech and language development in children aged 2-6. The program, called Finnegan the Dragon, aims to provide a structured instructional system that promotes active engagement in learning while minimizing harmful passive screen time. It combines classroom instruction with a mobile app that allows children and their families to practice speech and literacy skills at home. By utilizing modular units of instruction, teachers can effectively support children's phonological awareness and language development.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 2-6 who are in preschool or early childhood education settings.
Not a fit: Children who are older than 6 years or those who do not attend preschool may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve early language development and literacy skills in preschool-aged children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrating technology into early education can enhance learning outcomes, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Hillsboro, United States
- Finnegan the Dragon, INC — Hillsboro, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cadiz, Emily John — Finnegan the Dragon, INC
- Study coordinator: Cadiz, Emily John
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.