Improving word learning in children who are deaf and hard of hearing
Increasing Word Learning Efficiency in Children who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing through Retrieval Practice
This study is looking at how to help children who are deaf and hard of hearing learn new words better by using special techniques that involve practicing and getting feedback, so they can catch up with their hearing friends in learning spoken language.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10794938 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the efficiency of word learning in children who are deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) by utilizing a method called retrieval practice. The approach involves providing feedback and spacing out word presentations to help these children learn more effectively. By applying techniques from cognitive psychology, the study aims to address the challenges faced by DHH children in acquiring spoken language skills, which often lag behind their hearing peers. The goal is to develop interventions that can significantly improve their language acquisition rates and educational outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 who are deaf or hard of hearing and are seeking to improve their spoken language skills.
Not a fit: Patients who are not deaf or hard of hearing, or those who have already achieved age-expected language skills, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective language learning strategies for children who are deaf and hard of hearing, ultimately improving their communication skills and educational achievements.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that retrieval practice can be effective in educational settings, but its application specifically for children who are deaf and hard of hearing is still being explored.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, United States
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Nashville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcdaniel, Jena C — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Mcdaniel, Jena C
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.